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William Selby

Newcastle coalowner and MP who took over Winlaton Colliery from his aunt Barbara Blunt-Scrivener, made new sinkings there in the 1580s and handed the business to his son George in 1605; he also had pits in the Whickham Grand Lease.

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Winlaton Colliery Tyne and Wear ?–1605

Record created: 22 October 2026 · Last researched: 22 October 2026

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