Miller Homes - Sherwood Croft, Thorpe Willoughby, Selby, CGI Development Tour
With its village green, traditional pub and lively community, Thorpe Willoughby has a timeless appeal and a real sense of place. Now, this attractive selection of energy efficient two, three, four and five bedroom homes brings an attractive new neighbourhood into a very special setting, and presents an opportunity to enjoy life in rural Yorkshire with excellent amenities nearby and the bustling, historic town of Selby just two miles away.
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Situated in a peaceful rural location yet just minutes from the town of Selby and its famous abbey, the village of Thorpe Willoughby offers a pleasant pace of life for its residents.
Just three miles from Selby the village takes its name from ‘Thorp’, meaning outlying hamlet’ and ‘Willougby’ from the Willeby family who resided there in the 13th century.
Today, it features a primary school and local amenities whilst other conveniences, such as a leisure centre, boutique shops, cafes, bars and restaurants, a library and large supermarkets, can be found in Selby.
The origins of Selby, which actually lies on the banks of the mighty River Ouse and has a rich history of trade along the major waterway, can be traced to a Viking settlement on the banks of the river. Its famous abbey was founded in 1069 by Benedict of Auxerre and continues to be fully enjoyed by locals today for worship, concerts and recitals.
For those who love the great outdoors, there’s plenty to do on the doorstep of Thorpe Willoughby, including Selby Golf Course and the Brayton Barff, which has lots of lovely walks and is popular with bird watchers.
A little further afield the capital of Yorkshire, the historic city of York, offers a wealth of things to see and do including the famous York Minster and York Castle Museum, which provide days out for all members of the family. Theatres offer high quality productions and for those who enjoy shopping and socialising its shops, bars, cafes and restaurants are sure to delight.
Secondary school education is taken at Selby High School and for University students the popular cities of Leeds and York offer a wealth of academic and vocational courses.
With easy access to the A1, the wider commuter network can be easily reached as can the nearby towns and cities of Leeds, York and Harrogate with their renowned visitor attractions and employment opportunities.