Markyate is situated on the A5, the old Roman Road, north of junction 9 on the M1. The total population of Markyate is approximately 3,000
In medieval times a community of Benedictine nuns was established in Markyate by Christina. On the ruins of the original priory a manor house, Markyate Cell was built. Many additions have been made over the centuries to the house but parts of the original Tudor building are intact. Markyate’s Parish Church, St John the Baptist, stands on a corner of the grounds of Markyate Cell.
The Parish Office is currently closed to the public due to Covid 19 and the announcement made by the Government to work from home where possible.
We hope to welcome you back shortly.
Our telephone service remains available, and we would ask parishioners to call 01582 840110 and leave a message.
Alternatively you can email us on clerk@markyateparishcouncil.gov.uk
All telephone messages and emails will be checked regularly.