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British History

Westby in the Domesday Book (1086)

Westby appears in the Domesday Book of 1086, entered under the hundred of Amounderness in Yorkshire.

At the time of the survey, Westby supported a recorded population of 2 villagers, 2 smallholders, working 1 plough between them.

By 1086 Westby was worth 12d, up from 0d before the Conquest – one of the few settlements in the area to hold its value through the upheaval.

Resources Recorded at Westby (1086)

  • Woodland: 1 * 0.5 leagues

Other Settlements in Amounderness