Danby & Mulgrave

Danby & Mulgrave ward encompasses a large, sparsely populated area of the North York Moors National Park. Its landscape is defined by deep, heather-clad dales carved by the River Esk and its tributaries. The terrain includes high moorland plateaus, wooded valleys, and a dramatic section of coastline between Sandsend and Runswick Bay. Settlements are small and scattered, consisting mainly of villages like Danby, Castleton, and Houlsyke, alongside isolated farms.

The area's character is shaped by its remote, agricultural heritage and geology. The coastline features alum quarries, a historically significant industry whose remnants are visible in the cliffs. Inland, the moors are crossed by historic routes and marked by ancient standing stones. The community is largely centred around local agriculture, the national park, and the seasonal visitor economy drawn by the walking trails and open spaces.