Selby

One of Yorkshire’s hidden gems, the historic market town of Selby is home to the stunning Abbey and so much more. From Vikings and Romans to royal births and dissolution, from fire and floods to ship building and thriving industries, the resilient town of Selby has witnessed it all.

Today, you can take a tour around the town, following one of the heritage themed walks available, explore the historical streets surrounding the Abbey, taking in an array of small, independent shops and places to eat, or visit the traditional weekly market. Running through the heart of the town, the High Street is also home to several well-known brands and High Street names.

Overflowing with heritage and culture, the jewel in the district’s crown is the great Norman Selby Abbey, founded under William the Conqueror by Royal Charter. The history of Selby, and in particular the founding of Selby Abbey, is full of rich and marvellous tales involving visions, saints and great travels. See the stunning icon of St Germain, commissioned to celebrate 950 years since the Abbey’s founding.  Discover the Washington Window, with its links to the modern day American flag, or follow the Benedict Trail, designed to help families uncover lots of interesting and quirky features.

Selby Park offers five acres of space to explore right in the heart of the town and you can play a quick round of mini golf, while away an afternoon in the pavilion and sample the local, legendary ice-cream.

Selby also has a diverse cultural offer.  Selby Town Hall is a uniquely intimate performing arts centre based in a 150-year-old former Primitive Methodist Church. It has developed a strong reputation for its programme of consistently high quality national and international touring artists from the worlds of comedy, folk, theatre, blues, pop, rock, Americana and more.

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Businesses in Selby

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Stillingfleet Lodge Gardens

Discover Stillingfleet Lodge Garden & Nursery near York - a beautiful,…

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Stillingfleet Lodge Gardens Tea Room

Enjoy this courtyard tearoom with its locally sourced refreshments.

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The Painting Pot

A warm and friendly welcome awaits at our cosy little pottery painting…

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The Doghouse Selby

Selby’s first Craft Beer Bar! We’re serving up 19 rotating craft beers,…

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Little Tapas

Warm and cosy tapas restaurant fully licensed bar private dining space…

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Springwood Shepherd Huts

Springwood Shepherd Huts is based in the heart of North Yorkshire offering…

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Hambleton Hough

Hambleton Hough is a small hill supporting a plantation of Scots Pine. It…

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The Village Tearoom

The Village is a family friendly Tea Room & Garden Centre in Cawood, near…

Experiences in Selby

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Carlton Towers Historic Tea & Tour

Step into history with a guided tour of Carlton Towers. Explore grand…

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Stately Stay at Carlton Towers

Escape the ordinary with an Exclusive Stately Stay at Carlton Towers.…

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Vineyard Tour at Carlton Towers

Step through the powder blue gate into our Walled Garden Vineyard. Enjoy a…

Events in Selby

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Leeds Male Voice Choir - The Spirit of Christmas
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Leeds Male Voice Choir - The Spirit of Christmas…

6 Dec 25

The choir return to Selby Abbey for Christmas following their sell out…

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The Spirit of Christmas - Selby Abbey

6 Dec 25

Leeds Male Voice Choir return to Selby Abbey for Christmas following a…

Winter Light
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Winter Light - Selby Abbey

8 Dec 25

Experience the enchanting voice of The Voice Finalist Nadia Eide at Selby…

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8 Dec 25

Winter Light at Selby AbbeyNadia catapulted to fame when she appeared on…

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