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Darton is a village in the metropolitan borough of Barnsley (part of South Yorkshire, England), on the border with West Yorkshire. According to the 2001 UK census, it has a population of approximately 16,000.
Geography
Darton lies on the River Dearne, directly to the east of Kexbrough, and about 5 miles north of the town of Barnsley. It is served by the A637 road and is bisected by the M1 motorway (junction 38 being a mile to the north). Its location is approximately 53° 35' North, 1° 32' West, at an elevation of around 80 metres above sea level.
History
The name Darton is believed to be an amalgamation of "Dearne" and the Anglo Saxon word "ton" (meaning 'town'). Hence, in ancient times it was known as 'the town on the Dearne'. However, other sources contend this explanation and claim that the name originates from a description given to a 'deer enclosure' or something similar.
Present day
Darton has its own railway station which runs train journeys between Sheffield and Leeds.
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