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The next ordinary meeting of Skelton Parish Council will be held on Thursday 26th November 2026 at 7.30pm in Skelton Village Hall. No meeting in October.
For the 2026 Mobile Library scheduled visits to Brecksfield, Skelton see "Document heading"
Dog fouling, an health issue and an unpleasant sight that the Village could do without. See "News"
Skelton Pond : Warning Notice - see " News"
4th November 2026
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Skelton Parish Council covers the civil parish of Skelton. There are 9 members of the Council who are elected every 4 years.
Please note: With effect from 29 June 2026, the councillor's usual residential address is withheld from publication under section 32(2) of the Localism Act 2011 (sensitive interests), in accordance with section 32A of the Localism Act 2011.
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Cllr. Julie Watson
Chair
I have lived in Skelton since January 2018. I co-owned an 84 place children's nursery until I took early retirement in 2019.
I joined the Parish Council to get involved with village life and to do what I can for the village and its residents.
Special Responsibilities/Interests: Cemetery Committee, Finance Panel and HR Panel.
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07764465753
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cllr.jwatson@skelton-york.gov.uk
ROI Cllr Julie Watson
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Cllr. Christopher Michael Linfoot
My name is Chris Linfoot. I have lived in Skelton since 1984 and am now retired. I care very much about our village and am committed through the Parish Council to continue making Skelton a place residents enjoy living in.
I am involved with various organisations within the village including our school with which I am a Governor.
Special Responsibilities/Interests: Finance Panel, Chair of The Cemetery Committee, Skelton Pond.
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01904 470798
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cllr.clinfoot@skelton-york.gov.uk
ROI Cllr Christopher Linfoot
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Cllr. John Anthony Linfoot
Skelton resident for 35 years. Married with two grown up children.
Special Responsibilities/Interests: HR Committee
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01904 470754
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cllr.jlinfoot@skelton-york.gov.uk
ROI Cllr John Linfoot
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Cllr. Linda Christine Mansell
I have lived in the village for over 20 years, and have participated in a
great number of the village activities. I'm a Village Hall
Trustee and active in supporting and promoting village activities
Special Responsibilities/Interests. Skelton Village Hall Committee, Yorkshire Local Council Association Representative
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cllr.lmansell@skelton-york.gov.uk
Cllr. Stephen Timothy Stead
I work as a vet and run marathons. Within village life, I help maintain the village pond, am a governor for Skelton School and the Chairman of Skelton Village hall Management Committee.
Special Responsibilities/Interests: Cemetery Advisory Panel, Village Hall Management Committee, Skelton Pond, Social Media Officer.
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cllr.tstead@skelton-york.gov.uk
ROI Cllr Stephen Stead
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Cllr. Edward Keith Hayton
I have lived in Skelton since 1979. After retirement I wanted to help to support the local community and I joined the Parish Council. I served as a councillor for 16 years and then stepped down to allow others to take office. However, I am happy to rejoin after some 4 years to give my support if I can.
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cllr.khayton@skelton-york.gov.uk
ROI Cllr Keith Hayton
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Cllr. Pamela Mullen
Since January 2025
For several years organised the distribution of the Parish Newsletter and made afternoon tea each year for about 20/25 people who delivered newsletters throughout the year. Helped the Friends of Skelton Pond with the annual clearance of the pond and helped a little with village events, making bunting and helping on the gate at the Jubilee event on the Pasture.
Helped York Rescue Boat by making cakes for the crew on a Saturday night and helping at fundraising events. Work with RVS supporting ambulance crews in their welfare vehicle at York Hospital.
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07519299381
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cllr.pmullen@skelton-york.gov.uk
ROI Cllr. Pamela Mullen
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