East Cowton is a village in the district of Hambleton.The village used to be known as "Long Cowton" and before that "Magna Cowton".  The village lies just to the west of the East Coast Main Line and was once served by Cowton railway station about half a mile away. The village church All Saints is a Grade II listed building and has an interesting circular Norman font and a fine decorated organ. The village school is called East Cowton Church of England Primary School. The village has a post office which also functions as the village shop.  The village public house is called The Beeswing Inn, it is named after the legendary northern racehorse Beeswing. Other amenities include a village hall and children's playground. The village is served by public transport The Parish Church of All Saints Sunday Services 1st Sunday of the Month: 1100 Morning Prayer 2nd Sunday of the Month 1100 Holy Communion 3rd Sunday of the Month: 1100 BIG FISH little fish 4th Sunday of the Month: 1100 Holy Communion Youth Group - meets on Friday evenings at 7.30 pm. Contacts: Revd David Lewis The Rectory, Great Smeaton 01609 881205 davidlewis648@btinternet.com