Welcome Nestling at the entrance to Teesdale, Ingleton provides the ideal base for country holidays, easily accessed from the A1(M) while enjoying the peace and the delightful countryside of the Northern Dales. A small village of some 450 souls, Ingleton has a range of ages and backgrounds in its population. History The village of Ingleton dates back to pre-Norman times - its first recorded mention is believed to come from chronicles of 1050. But its Saxon origins are sadly lost to the ravages of time. The main street contains several houses dating to the 17th and 18th centuries. Origins of the village's name are uncertain - it is certainly Old English, but may mean either 'Farmstead of the English' or 'Ingeld's (or Ingwald's) farmstead'. Churches Ingleton has two churches - St John's (Vicar Ken Steventon) and Ingleton Methodist Church. Times of services can be seen on the individual notice boards - all are welcome. Ingleton's Methodist Church is also famous for its cream teas, served in the summer months! The grounds around St John's are kept neat and tidy by the villagers and there are few better places to enjoy the serenity and peace of the village, while looking at the spectacular views across the valley. St John's was built in 1843/4 for the princely sum of 430, the cost for which was reduced thanks to the generosity of local farmers who gave materials free of charge.  Electric lighting was installed only in 1935 followed by the more than welcome electric heating system in December of 1936! St John's has always remained there to serve the local community and the following events are of interest: First baptism of twins - Emily and Sarah Jane Longstaff on 3rd November 1844.  Their father was described as a 'surgeon of Ingleton'. First marriage - between Jonathon Milner (pitman) and Elizabeth Pilson both of Ingleton on 8th April 1845. First funeral - 40 year old John Meynell from Hilton on 7th March 1845. *** STOP PRESS *** Cream teas make a grand! This year’s cream teas in the chapel raised an incredible £1000 - see Hazel’s Window for details Hazel%27s%20Window.htmlshapeimage_2_link_0