[3] Viking relics (bones, swords, daggers and a battle axe) were discovered on the spot where a later church, St Cuthbert's, was erected.

The greatest change in population is present between 1881 and 1885, this may be due to high infant mortality rates and low occupational structure.

From the late 19th century onwards, population figures within Kildale began to increase again, most likely due to improved medical facilities meaning a lower death toll amongst infants and people living longer contributing to the age structure of Kildale's population.

[11] Comparing these census reports, one can see how Kildale's occupational structure has changed over time, going from a more hands on labour approach to working in service industries.

Many books have been written containing descriptions of journeys people have made around Britain between the twelfth and the nineteenth century.

[12] William Camden, a historian made one reference to Kildale in his piece of travel writing 'Yorkshire:East and North Ridings’.

It replaced an earlier church of Norman origin and is approached across an iron railway bridge situated at the western end of Kildale station.

[15] A framed list of all the names of the people living in Kildale is also present in the church to mark the millennium.