Selley Bridge
Early-attested site in the Parish of Thornton Dale
Historical Forms
- Selibrigg 1301 LS
- Selybrygge 1349 NRS
- Seliflat 1201 ChR
Etymology
'Bridge by the willows' v. brycg . The first element is ON selja 'willow.' A field in this district was called Seliflat in 1201 ChR.