Selby is a town located in North Yorkshire, England, situated in the northeastern part of the country. It is positioned on the River Ouse, approximately 15 miles south of York. The town serves as an administrative center for the Selby District local authority.
The town is historically significant as the site of Selby Abbey, a major medieval monastery founded in 1069. The abbey church, now serving as a parish church, remains one of the town's most prominent architectural features and represents an important example of Norman and Gothic ecclesiastical design in the region.
Selby has traditionally served as a market town and agricultural hub for the surrounding rural areas of North Yorkshire. The town maintains a town center with local retail and commercial services, supporting the communities throughout the Selby District.