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.
Reporting Inconsiderate Driving
You can report instances of bad driving via Operation SNAP - paste the following link into your browser
https://www.westyorkshire.polic.uk/SaferRoadsSubmissions
Thorner Beck Flood Alleviation Scheme
Fid out the latest information by using the link below
https://leedscitycouncilfloodresilience.commonplace.is/en-GB/proposals/v3/thorner-beck?step=step1
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 2026