Where is the local Family History Society?

The area is covered by the Pontefract Family History Society.

Where can I obtain more information on the area in general?

Monk Fryston has a website at www.monkfryston-village.co.uk  There are public libraries at Sherburn-in-Elmet and Selby which carry publications etc

What is the difference between the churchyard and cemetery?

The churchyard is the area which surrounds St Wilfrid's church.  There are a number of gravestones which can be inspected.  The cemetery is situated on the outskirts of Monk Fryston towards Selby on the A63 road. The cemetery is still in use and is maintained by the Burial Board.

Where can I find old Parish Registers for the village?

The Parish Registers for Monk Fryston are held at The Borthwick Institute at York. www.york.ac.uk/inst/bihr/

Is the village in North Yorkshire or West Yorkshire, the postcode is confusing?

The village is located in North Yorkshire in the district of Selby.  The postal address for the area is LS25 which is a Leeds (West Yorkshire) postcode.