Location and coordinates are for the approximate centre of Whitkirk within this administrative area. Geographic features and populated places may cross administrative borders.
Gazetteer of the British Isles (Edinburgh: Bartholomew, 1887). John Bartholomew
Whitkirk, par. and vil., West-Riding Yorkshire - par. (containing the greater parts of Templenewsam and Seacroft townships) - par., 5638 ac., pop. 3851; vil., 4 miles E. of Leeds; is an interesting place, with church of the time of Henry VII. containing ancient monuments; Whitkirk House and several other seats are in the par.