BURTON, a township, joint with Walden, in the
parish of AYSGARTH, western division of the wapentake
of HANG, North riding of the county of YORK, 7-? miles
(W. by S.) from Middleham, containing, with Walden,
478 inhabitants. The village is situated in a district
abounding with fine scenery, on a small stream which
falls into the river Ure,' and contains a great quantity of
salmon. Wool-combing is carried on here. There is a
place of worship for Wesleyan Methodists.