Castleton, Whitby, YO21 2HE

Castleton, North Yorkshire, is a village on the River Esk that forms part of the civil parish of Danby in the county of North Yorkshire, England. The village lies approximately 7.1 miles (11.5 km) south‑east of Guisborough, placing it within the North York Moors region. Historically, a medieval castle once stood on Castle Hill, a feature thought to have been abandoned when Danby Castle was constructed. The setting of Castleton on the River Esk provides a rural character typical of villages in this part of North Yorkshire. Residents are within a short distance of the larger town of Guisborough while remaining in a quiet, countryside environment. The locality’s inclusion in the YO 21 postcode area situates it within the broader Whitby postal district, offering access to the amenities of that market town. The village’s historical association with a medieval castle and its position within the North York Moors highlight its heritage and natural surroundings.