ABOUT SELBY

The town is situated on the banks of the River Ouse and is surrounded by picturesque countryside, making it an ideal destination for those seeking a peaceful retreat.

Selby is also a great place for outdoor enthusiasts, with plenty of opportunities for walking, cycling, and fishing. The town is surrounded by stunning countryside, including the Selby Canal and the nearby Humber Estuary, which is a haven for wildlife. Whether you’re looking for a relaxing break or an action-packed adventure, Selby has something for everyone. The pretty town of Selby is dominated by the superb Abbey, founded in AD1069. Having stood for almost 1,000 years, the Abbey is a testament to endurance during some of England’s most destructive periods in history. Magnificent both inside and out, this holy site was once destroyed by fire then rebuilt by hand, and now resides at the heart of community life (holding regular services and concerts) for this charming Yorkshire town.

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Selby is a market town and civil parish in North Yorkshire, England, 12 miles (19.3 km) south of York on the River Ouse. At the 2021 Census, it had a population of 19,760.[1]

The town was historically part of the West Riding of Yorkshire;[2] from 1974 until 2023, it was the administrative centre of the Selby District.

Selby once had a large shipbuilding industry,[3][4] and was an important port on the Selby Canal, which brought trade from Leeds.[5]

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