Drummond's Visitation Returns I 176. Deacon June 1742 (Chester), Priest September 1744 (York)- as rector of Full Sutton he states his residence is at Thorne where he has the school
| Year | Type | Name as Recorded | Location | Office/Status | Full Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1744 | Appt(Licensing) | Atkinson, John | Thorn / | Curate | View |
| 1751 | Subsc | Atkinson, John | Thorn / | Schoolmaster | View |
| 1757 | Subsc | Atkinson, John | Full Sutton / | Rector | View |
| 1757 | Appt(Institution) | Atkinson, John | Full Sutton / | Rector | View |
| 1789 | Vac(Death) | Atkinson, John | Full Sutton / | Rector | View |