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Selby Abbey
One of the few surviving English medieval church buildings displaying both Norman and Gothic styles.
Address: The Crescent, Selby YO8 4PU, UK
Phone: 01757 703123
State: North Yorkshire
City: Selby
Zip Code: YO8 4PU

opening times

Monday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Reviews
Selby Abbey is one of England’s great monastic churches, built in what is now the heart of Selby town centre. Boasting over 950 years of history, the Abbey is renowned for its impressive architecture, incredible stained glass, and breath-taking beauty.nnFilled with quirky features the Abbey is one of the only surviving churches with a ‘lepers’ squint’ and home to what is said to be the second finest stained-glass window in Britain Jesse Window. There is plenty to do for adults and children alike, with a family trail and children’s table to keep the kids entertained.nnFree to enter, the Abbey prides itself on being accessible. There is an in-depth accessibility guide available on the website and welcomers are always on hand to make sure your visit is enjoyable and provide you with any information you may need. Staff and volunteers aim to provide a warm welcome and love to meet your furry friends please keep them on a lead when in the Abbey. Dogs are also welcome in our coffee and gift shop which serves locally sourced light refreshments, gifts, books, and souvenirs.nnThere are regular tours, led by expert Abbey tour guides, who would love to share the amazing heritage and history of the building and its community. Group tours, private tours and bespoke tours can be booked through the office and you can check the Abbey’s website for detailed information regarding tour dates, bookings, and specialty tours. We hope to welcome you soon!nnInspiring architecture; sacred space and a vibrant worshipping community make Selby Abbey the place it is today. Men, women and children have worshipped here and served the wider community for over 900 years. Selby is a small Yorkshire town, 12 miles South of York with one of the most superb Abbey churches to be found anywhere in England. The Abbey is not just a building it is a living and vibrant part of the local community yet provides space that allow the visitor and the worshipper alike to find peace, tranquillity and the very presence of God.nnThroughout its long and turbulent history, the Abbey has undergone many changes and therefore never stands still. We look forward to welcoming you to this wonderful building and hope you will enjoy it for its history, its architecture and its space but above all for an encounter with God.
It is a beautiful building and signs invite visitors to come and look around. There are information notices all around and several areas where you can light a candle for a small donation. There is also a small shop and cafe area very reasonably priced and toilets. There was a photographic exhibition, and we were invited to vote for our three favourites with a chance to win our first favourite. It was a very enjoyable visit.
Selby Abbey was founded in 1069 and is a fantastic medieval church. The volunteers were able to show us some of the fascinating features and history of the church. It is the most impressive church i have visited. A notable feature is the Washington window featuring the coat of arms of the family of the first president of the usa. A gide book is available in the gift shop and cafe.
Brilliant place to go and look at. So beautiful and historical. Free to enter although we did leave a donation and best of all it's dog friendly!
It is a magnificent building both the interior and the exterior are in very good condition it was a pleasure to visit
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Directions to Selby Abbey with public transportation


Park Street Shelter 160 meters
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Market Cross 170 meters
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Audus Street 190 meters
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Bus Stn Stand 1 220 meters
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Audus Street 220 meters
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