The post-medieval farm buildings described by Magilton in 1977 (p68), the oldest of which may date back to the late 17th century, are well preserved in this area, which from its location surrounding a two cell early Norman church (Ryder 1980, 97), probably reflects a medieval settlement area. Stainton is mentioned in Domesday in connection with Dadesley (qv. Tickhill) and Hellaby (see Magilton).