Poppy Fields

Church Fenton is a splendid village in North Yorkshire, situated less than 20 miles east of Leeds city centre, which has convenient transport connections, excellent local amenities, and a variety of well-regarded schools in the area.

A mixture of traditional shops and new ventures combines to create a pleasant shopping experience in Church Fenton. One of the newer ventures, the Church Fenton Community Shop, is close to the Poppy Fields development, with essential items and products from independent businesses and artisans available inside. The area is also just six miles from Tadcaster, and this close proximity to a larger settlement means that residents can access larger stores easily, including supermarkets and well-known fashion, technology, and homeware brands.

There are a whole host of attractions in the vicinity of this development that will appeal to potential buyers, with both York and Leeds within such easy reach. One of those attractions, The National Railway Museum – around 15 miles away – where visitors can learn everything about the past, present, and future of locomotives, draws in crowds throughout the year. Another appealing attraction, which is less than 30 minutes’ drive away, is Tropical World, which is home to an array of exotic animals. Housed within are a collection of areas that are available to explore, each hosting animals such as monkeys, crocodiles, bats, and so much more.

Poppy Fields will appeal to families due to the variety of schools on offer in the areas surrounding the development. Kirk Fenton C of E Primary School, Barkston Ash Catholic Primary School, Saxton C of E Primary School, and Cawood C of E Primary School are all within a 15-minute drive of Poppy Fields. For secondary-age students, Sherburn High School is a little under five miles away from the development. A number of higher education options are also within easy reach of Poppy Fields, including the University of York, a 25-minute drive, and the University of Leeds, just under 30 miles away.

This development is ideally located for anyone looking to commute to work, with several train stations and major road routes within close proximity. Ulleskelf Train Station, around a three-minute drive away, offers trains into York (an 11-minute trip), while Church Fenton Train Station, roughly a five-minute drive, provides trains into Leeds (around a 15-minute journey). Those who prefer to drive are able to reach York and Leeds by car within 30 and 35 minutes, respectively. Leeds Bradford Airport is around 25 miles away from Poppy Fields, offering international flights to holiday seekers or those who travel abroad for work.