Barlow, Selby
Barlow is a charming village and civil parish in the Selby District of North Yorkshire, England. Located about 16 miles south of York, it had a population of 753 as of the 2011 census. Historically, the village was part of the West Riding of Yorkshire until 1974.
The village has a rich history, with its name appearing as "Berlai" in the Domesday Book. Evidence of medieval settlement includes earthworks around Barlow Hall Farm. Before the 19th century, it was often referred to as "Berlay" or "Barley".
Barlow is known for its rural charm and limited amenities, including a primary school and a social club. The village also features two nature reserves with paths and bridleways for woodland walks. Barlow Common, a Local Nature Reserve since 2002, was once a ballast tip but now boasts an artificial lake and diverse wildlife.
The village's historical landscape included arable cropland, riverside meadows, and marshy areas, much of which was drained by the mid-19th century. Today, Barlow serves as a peaceful residential area, often described as a dormitory village for commuters to Selby, York, and Leeds
Barlow, Selby
Barlow is a charming village and civil parish in the Selby District of North Yorkshire, England. Located about 16 miles south of York, it had a population of 753 as of the 2011 census. Historically, the village was part of the West Riding of Yorkshire until 1974.
The village has a rich history, with its name appearing as "Berlai" in the Domesday Book. Evidence of medieval settlement includes earthworks around Barlow Hall Farm. Before the 19th century, it was often referred to as "Berlay" or "Barley".
Barlow is known for its rural charm and limited amenities, including a primary school and a social club. The village also features two nature reserves with paths and bridleways for woodland walks. Barlow Common, a Local Nature Reserve since 2002, was once a ballast tip but now boasts an artificial lake and diverse wildlife.
The village's historical landscape included arable cropland, riverside meadows, and marshy areas, much of which was drained by the mid-19th century. Today, Barlow serves as a peaceful residential area, often described as a dormitory village for commuters to Selby, York, and Leeds