Great Smeaton village lies on the A 167 between Northallerton and Darlington. It still has the historic milestone of the Great North Road, a main route between London and the North, dating back to medieval times The A167 was one of the first roads between Darlington and Boroughbridge to be turnpiked and the toll keeper’s cottage, built in 1745 just outside the village, still exists. All that remains of a once thriving village is one pub, the church, the village hall, a saddler and the school. The church does not appear to have been dedicated to St. Eloy until after the renovation of 1863. St. Eloy is the patron saint of smiths and therefore highly appropriate for Great Smeaton, town of the smiths. Although many French churches are dedicated to him it is believed that this is the only church in England to be dedicated to St. Eloy. The Parish Church of St Eloy Sunday Services 2nd Sunday of the Month: 9.30am Family Service 4th Sunday of the Month: 11.00am Holy Communion Contacts: Revd David Lewis The Rectory, Great Smeaton 01609 881205 davidlewis648@btinternet.com