Cawood Common, Selby, YO8 3RB

Cawood Common lies in the Selby postal district (YO 8) and is situated near the A19 road, which winds over the East Coast Main Line and follows through Selby and York. The area is close to the River Ouse, a significant waterway in North Yorkshire that flows entirely within the county and is part of the larger River Ure system. The river’s length, including the Ure, is about 129 miles, making it the sixth-longest in the United Kingdom. The local setting is predominantly rural, with open countryside and a quiet residential character. The proximity to the A19 provides straightforward road access to nearby towns and the broader regional network. The river’s presence offers scenic views and a natural landmark for the community.