James Herriot Tour of Thirsk & Visit to the World of James Herriot

The James Herriot Walking Tour* allows visitors to explore the hometown of Alf Wight OBE (pen name James Herriot), the renowned veterinary surgeon and author.

Starting at the World of James Herriot museum, the tour guides participants through key Thirsk locations that inspired the beloved All Creatures Great and Small books, films, and TV series. Visitors will see the original veterinary surgery and significant town landmarks while gaining fresh insights into Herriot's life and legacy.

Walks leave from the World of James Herriot at 12 noon every Friday. (Subject to guide availability and excluding Christmas Day, Boxing Day, News Year's Day)

DON'T DELAY: Tours are strictly limited to 25 people!

*Ticket includes entry to the World of James Herriot