Thorner is an ancient village dating back to a Saxon settlement and was mentioned in the Domesday Book. Though only eight miles from Leeds is it set within an area of glorious and relatively unspoilt arable farmland countryside and retains a unique village identity. A regular bus service links Thorner with Leeds, Wetherby and Harrogate.

With a population of just over 1,500, Thorner is a thriving and active village with several amenities including a school and pre-school, cricket and football pitches, bowling green, shop, Post Office, playground, GP surgery, hairdresser, three public houses, and restaurant. There is also an Anglican Church nestled at the foot of Church Hill, adjacent to Millennium Green.

There is always something going on in Thorner, more often than not at one of the two village halls, Victory Hall and the Parish Centre, with groups and activities to cater for all.

Neighbourhood Plan 

For the latest development of the project, please see section under header Community Information and the minutes from the Parish Council meetings.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        

Flood Warning 

The Environment Agency provides a Free Flood Warning Service for at flood risk residents. You can check to see if your property is at flood risk by either ringing the Environment Agency’s Floodline number on 0345 988 1188 or by following this link https://www.gov.uk/sign-up-for-flood-warnings.

Holding an event on Millennium Green

To hold any event or to undertake recreational activities on Millennium Green, requires the permission of the Parish Council, as the organiser has to adhere to a number of  terms and conditions:

Please contact the Clerk for an application form.

Meeting Dates

Meeting dates 2025