During the medieval period that followed, Robin Hood was associated with Barnsdale Forest to the west whilst the nearby village of Campsall grew in importance, gaining a chartered market and Norman church.

At a later date, Norton Priory was developed on the banks of the River Went but this never grew to be particularly significant and was subsequently demolished following the dissolution of the monasteries in 1588.

As Norton was located between the two, a number of rows of red brick terraces were erected speculatively to house the anticipated influx of miners.

Subsequently, Askern Colliery was opened in 1910 and a new red brick pub, the Royal Hotel, was built in Norton to serve the colliers of the village.

In the 21st century Norton serves as a commuter village for people working in the nearby towns such as Doncaster and Pontefract.