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Selby, Market town in North Yorkshire, England

Selby sits at the junction of Rivers Aire and Ouse, with a central marketplace surrounded by Georgian buildings and medieval streets.

The establishment of Selby Abbey in 1069 marked the beginning of the town's growth, becoming a center for trade and religious activities.

The Norman-style Selby Abbey houses the Washington Window, displaying heraldic connections to the ancestors of America's first president George Washington.

The railway station connects travelers to London, Leeds, and Hull, while the A63 and A19 roads provide access to surrounding Yorkshire towns.

The local flour mills process wheat from surrounding farms, maintaining a centuries-old tradition of agricultural product manufacturing in the region.

Location: North Yorkshire

Website: https://selbytowncouncil.gov.uk

GPS coordinates: 53.78179,-1.07031

Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:00

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