Must See Sights and Landmarks in Selby Area

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Must See Sights and Landmarks in Selby Area

York Minster
York Minster
4.6 (12374 ratings)4.5 (13961 ratings)
Gothic cathedral with vast stained glass windows, interactive Undercroft exhibition and tower tours.
Deangate, York, YO1 7HH, United Kingdom
CathedralSights & LandmarksChurchArchitectural BuildingsSacred & Religious SitesHistoric Sites
Kirkstall Abbey
Kirkstall Abbey
4.6 (3470 ratings)4.5 (1092 ratings)
Atmospheric, well preserved 12th-century abbey ruins with a visitor centre and tree-filled parkland.
Abbey Rd, Kirkstall, Leeds LS5 3EH, United Kingdom
Sights & LandmarksHistorical landmarkMuseumSacred & Religious SitesHistoric Sites
Mentioned by Leeds-List
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"The perfect park for picnics, relaxing by the River Aire and leisurely strolls around one of the best surviving medieval Cistercian abbeys in Britain, Kirkstall Abbey has 24 hectares of parkland for you to explore. The park stretches from Abbey Mills Wildflower Meadows, which is carpeted in bluebells in the spring, past the tennis courts on the far side and over the road to the playground and fields on either side of Abbey House Museum. Kirkstall Abbey, Abbey Road, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS5 3EH."
Mentioned by Leeds-List
50 Must Visit Landmarks and Attractions in Leeds
"This historic Leeds landmark is one of the most intact examples of a medieval Cistercian abbey in the UK. Aside from the ruins themselves, which you’re free to explore, there are 24 hectares of parkland here, so pack a picnic and find a spot next to the scenic River Aire. Visit on the last weekend of the month and you can also make the most of Kirkstall Abbey Deli Market, which offers a delectable mix of street food and fresh local produce."
Mentioned by Creative Tourist
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"Kirkstall Abbey, Abbey Road, Leeds, LS5 3EH - Visit now. Founded in 1152, Kirkstall Abbey on the bank of the River Aire is one of the most complete examples of a medieval Cistercian monastery in Britain. Its dramatic ruins have inspired artists such as JMW Turner over the centuries, and provided the perfect setting for Yorkshire’s Gothic Film Festival in 2013"
Clifford's Tower, York
Clifford's Tower, York
4.2 (3127 ratings)4 (1966 ratings)
13th-century castle keep, built on a grass mound, formerly used as a prison and royal mint.
Tower St, York, YO1 9SA, United Kingdom
Historical landmarkSights & LandmarksFortressHeritage buildingHistoric SitesObservation Decks & TowersPoints of Interest & Landmarks
Mentioned by Culture Trip
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"Small but perfectly formed, Clifford’s Tower offers, among other things, splendid views across the city and York Minster from its circular platform up high. It also tells an interesting tale, often referred to as York Castle, the site dates back to 1068 when William the Conqueror was busy trying to rid the north of Vikings and built a number of castles on his way. While many battles raged over the centuries (the murky Jewish massacre of 1190 cast a long shadow), York Castle’s role evolved, including stints as a prison and a royal mint."
Mentioned by GPSmyCity
City Walk: York's Historical Architecture, York, England
"Clifford's Tower is an excellent first stop when visiting York. The panoramic views from the top of the tower give visitors a spectacular overview of Old Minister, York, and the North York Views. The tower is situated on a tall hill, perfect for providing defense to York."
Abbey House Museum
Abbey House Museum
4.6 (451 ratings)4.5 (371 ratings)
Family-friendly site opening a window onto 19th-century life in Leeds with shops, houses and an inn.
Abbey Walk, Abbey Rd, Kirkstall, Leeds LS5 3EH, United Kingdom
MuseumSights & LandmarksHistoric Sites
Mentioned by Yorkshire Tots to Teens
Top 10 Things to do at Leeds Museums & Galleries Summer 2021
"This summer holidays Abbey House Museum will welcome some of your favourite fairy tale characters and creatures as the Victorian Streets are taken over by them!. Captain Hook has managed to stop the clocks ticking in the pub, a marvellous pumpkin patch has sprung up in the middle of the street and there are a mischief of magical mice helping Cinderella make a ball gown before the clock strikes twelve!. You can even pick up a bumper craft bag to take home filled with activities to keep the kids entertained."
Mentioned by Heathrow Airport
Leeds Destination Guide
"The entertaining Abbey House Museum is contained in the gatehouse of the picturesque, ruined Kirkstall Abbey, dating from 1152. Abbey House allows visitors to walk around the streets of 1880s Leeds, while the upstairs section features galleries detailing the history of Kirkstall Abbey and the social history of the area. The museum has won awards for being family-friendly and fun for children."
Mentioned by Creative Tourist
Museums in Leeds - Attractions in Leeds
"Abbey House Museum, Abbey Walk, Leeds, LS5 3EH - Visit now. If your children struggle to imagine life without tablets, iPhone games or a PlayStation to keep them entertained, then a trip to Abbey House Museum should prove an eye-opening experience."
York City Walls
York City Walls
4.6 (61 ratings)4.5 (8628 ratings)
Remnants of a stonework enclosure around a rectangular fortification, erected in 71 CE.
Unnamed Road, York, YO1 7LJ, United Kingdom
Historical landmarkSights & LandmarksAncient RuinsHistoric SitesPoints of Interest & Landmarks
Sunbridgewells
Sunbridgewells
4.4 (938 ratings)4.5 (134 ratings)
Underground arcade with 8 pubs, bars & food outlets in restored historic city tunnels.
Millergate, Bradford, BD1 1SD, United Kingdom
BarSights & LandmarksShopping mallStorePoints of Interest & Landmarks
Mentioned by LEAP Taxis Bradford
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"The tunnels where the leisure and shopping facility is now were a mine in the thirteenth century. The location was also used as prison and during the Second World War was used as an air raid shelter. In the 1960s it was used as a location for dancing."
The Whippet Inn
The Whippet Inn
4.5 (676 ratings)4.5 (43 ratings)
Trendy dining room with brick walls, leather seating and a meaty menu focused on Yorkshire beef.
15 North St, York, YO1 6JD, United Kingdom
RestaurantSights & LandmarksGastropubPubArchitectural Buildings
Wakefield Cathedral
Wakefield Cathedral
4.7 (359 ratings)4.5 (232 ratings)
Landmark Anglican cathedral with stand-out features including wood carvings and a medieval nave.
Northgate, Wakefield, WF1 1HG, United Kingdom
CathedralSights & LandmarksChurches & Cathedrals
Mentioned by Trip101
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"In the near centre of Wakefield sits the magnificent Wakefield Cathedral, or the even grander title of the Cathedral Church of All Saints in Wakefield. Although we owe the Victorians for Wakefield Cathedral’s current appearance, restored and reopened in 1888, it has been a place of worship since the 9th-century, and has even been mentioned in the Doomsday Book of 1086. Today, anyone can come and have an informal, 45 minute tour of this historic cathedral, with no booking required and completely free!"
Mentioned by manningstainton.co.uk
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"Another incredibly old building, Wakefield Cathedral is the tallest church in Yorkshire and has a long and fascinating history. Although it has been developed and rebuilt at various points over the past 900 years, the building which exists today dates back to the 14th century. Its 247-foot tall spire is visible from many of the suburbs of Wakefield and even beyond on a clear day."
Bradford Cathedral
Bradford Cathedral
4.6 (234 ratings)4.5 (112 ratings)
Medieval, CofE cathedral with original nave arcades, plus some notable stained-glass windows.
1 Stott Hill, Bradford, BD1 4EH, United Kingdom
CathedralSights & LandmarksChurches & Cathedrals
Mentioned by Creative Tourist
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"Bradford Cathedral, 1 Stott Hill,, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD1 4EH - Visit now. Bradford Cathedral has been a place for Christian workshop since the 8th Century, today it feeds the community artistically and spiritually."
Merchant Adventurers' Hall
Merchant Adventurers' Hall
4.6 (684 ratings)4.5 (609 ratings)
1350s building where merchants congregated, with a chapel & an alms house (open daily in summer).
Fossgate, York, YO1 9XD, United Kingdom
History museumSights & LandmarksEvent venueHistorical landmarkNon-profit organizationWedding venueArchitectural BuildingsHistoric Sites
Mentioned by GPSmyCity
City Walk: York's Historical Architecture, York, England
"This guildhall in the city of York was one of the most important buildings in the medieval city. The majority of the Hall was built in 1357 by a group of influential men and women who came together to form a religious fraternity called the Guild of Our Lord Jesus and the Blessed Virgin Mary. The main part of the building consists of the Great Hall, the Undercroft and the Chapel."

Best Dinner Places to Eat in Selby

Dine In Desserts
Dine In Desserts
4.4 (29 ratings)
Unit 2 Idle Rd, Eccleshill, Bradford BD2 2AL, United Kingdom
RestaurantDessert shop
Corner Grill House
Corner Grill House
4.8 (261 ratings)
À la carte & fixed price menus focused on grill platters in a casual space with cozy interiors.
9 Walmgate, York, YO1 9TX, United Kingdom
RestaurantGrillEuropean restaurant
The Kings Arms
The Kings Arms
4.5 (878 ratings)
Heath Heath Common, Wakefield, WF1 5SE, United Kingdom
PubRestaurant
Mentioned by squaremeal.co.uk
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" Heath is a conservation village full of fine-looking buildings, including the dark & brooding Heath Hall built in 1753. The Kings Arms sits in a ..." Read our full review"

Popular Gardens in Selby

The Bar Convent Living Heritage Centre
The Bar Convent Living Heritage Centre
4.5 (377 ratings)4.5 (124 ratings)
Active convent and former school, now home to local history/religious exhibitions, library and cafe.
17 Blossom St, York, YO24 1AQ, United Kingdom
MuseumsBed & breakfastConference centerGardenHeritage museumHistory Museums
Mentioned by The Telegraph
Hotels
Mentioned by Britain Visitor - Travel Guide To Britain
York Museums
Tropical World
Tropical World
4.3 (4527 ratings)4 (2104 ratings)
Greenhouses filled with UK's largest tropical plant and animal collections outside of Kew Gardens.
Princes Ave, Roundhay, Leeds, LS8 2ER, United Kingdom
ZooNature & ParksCafeGift shopGardensNature & Wildlife Areas
Mentioned by Leeds-List
50 Must Visit Landmarks and Attractions in Leeds
"One of the most popular family attractions in Leeds, Tropical World makes for a fantastic day out. It’s home to one of the biggest collections of tropical plants outside of Kew Gardens, but that’s not what’s going to have the kids excited, because you’ll also find a medley of animals here. You’ll peer into tanks of piranhas, catch a glimpse of their crocodile and walk through rooms filled with butterflies, birds and even bats (don’t worry, there’s a wall of glass to protect you in that one)."
Mentioned by mummytravels
The best things to do in Leeds with kids
"One of the largest parks in Europe, Roundhay Park – not far from the city centre – stretches over a whopping 700 acres. With lakes and woodland in the park, as well as activities galore and some open-air theatre in summer, you can also visit Tropical World, the largest collection of tropical plants outside Kew Gardens. There are also a string of walking routes, including past the castle ruins and around the lake, and several play areas to entertain younger kids."
Mentioned by The Crazy Tourist
25 Best Things to Do in Leeds (England
"Fitting in perfectly with our list is Tropical World, which is actually situated in Roundhay Park. This is fantastic for you, not only is it a popular attraction but it will also offer you some shelter from the weather should it turn bad. There is a small admission fee of £5 for adults, or £2.50 for children, but it’s more than worth it for what you’ll be seeing."
Canal Gardens
Canal Gardens
3.9 (7 ratings)4.5 (33 ratings)
Princes Ave, Roundhay, Leeds, LS8, UK, United Kingdom
GardenNature & Parks
Mentioned by Flying Scots Girl
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"Just below Tropical World are the beautiful Canal Gardens which again, despite being in the area many times exploring Roundhay Park I had never noticed before I ran past them during a lockdown run. I came back again a couple of weeks later with my new tripod (best purchase!!!) to photograph them. In Spring the rhododendrons are in full bloom in this peaceful place."

Best Diners in Selby

Rhubarb Triangle Brewers Fayre
Rhubarb Triangle Brewers Fayre
4 (1165 ratings)
Laid-back family pub/restaurant chain serving classic dishes and international favourites.
Paragon Business Park, Herriot Way, Wakefield WF1 2UF, United Kingdom
Family restaurantBreakfast restaurantBritish restaurantDinerHamburger restaurantPub
Clip 'n Climb Leeds & Woodpeckers Diner
Clip 'n Climb Leeds & Woodpeckers Diner
4.7 (279 ratings)
Unit 3, Tristram Centre, Brown Ln W, Holbeck, Leeds LS12 6BF, United Kingdom
Rock climbingChildrens clubCoffee shopCorporate entertainment serviceDinerGymPizza restaurant
The Hunsworth Brewers Fayre
The Hunsworth Brewers Fayre
4.1 (1093 ratings)
Laid-back family pub/restaurant chain serving classic dishes and international favourites.
Whitehall Rd, Cleckheaton, BD19 6HG, United Kingdom
Family restaurantBreakfast restaurantBritish restaurantDinerHamburger restaurantPub
Mentioned by food.list.co.uk
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"Using seasonal ingredients, Brewers Fayre The Hunsworth boasts a menu of traditional pub dishes. Varied sharing platters are served alongside tempting nibbles and British favourites. Hearty breakfasts are also available for early risers, while…"

Vacation Rentals, Airbnb, Hotels & Cabins near Selby

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The Annex at Oliver Farm
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$150 /night
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Cozy Cottage - UK10717
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$100.5 /night
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THORNE RENT A HOUSE
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$162 /night
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