Wheldrake is a village and a civil parish about southeast of the city of York in England. In 2011, the parish had a population of 2,107. The parish of Wheldrake covers an area of . It was established before 1066. It was in the possession of Fountains Abbey in the Middle Ages. Wheldrake became part of a landed estate until the mid 20th century. It has a significant conservation area and a nature reserve of international importance. This, named Wheldrake Ings, is about 8 miles south of York. It is where many wildflowers flourish and rare birds prosper.