The market town of Thirsk is perhaps better known as James Herriot’s town. Alf Wight, author of the James Herriot novels, lived and practised as a vet here for over 50 years, with Thirsk becoming his inspiration for the fictional town of Darrowby. The 1940s home of Alf Wight has now become the location of the World of James Herriot, an award winning, all weather indoor museum and attraction.
Alf Wight married his wife, Helen, at St Mary’s Church on Kirkgate in November 1941. This church is a unique perpendicular church completed in 1480, with fine examples of medieval glass and 15th Century woodwork.
Thirsk was also the birthplace of cricketer Thomas Lord, and the house where he was born in 1755 has become Thirsk Museum, giving an insight into the life and history of this ancient market town.
Thirsk is also well known for its racecourse, with the first race meeting being held in the town in 1855. The course now offers top class flat horse racing on 15 days a year between April and September, three of which are evening meetings held in May and August. At the centre of Thirsk is the restored cobbled market square with its clock tower dating from 1896. There are also several speciality shops, quality restaurants and the traditional Ritz Cinema as well as the popular outdoor market held every Monday and Saturday. Ample free car parking is available in Thirsk, within easy walking distance of the town centre. Population 5,000
Attraction
Falconry UK Ltd
Monk Park Farm Visitor Centre
Sion Hill Hall
Sutton Bank Visitor Centre North York Moors National Park
Thirsk Museum
World of James Herriot
Camping
Caravan Park
Sowerby Caravan Park
Thirkleby Hall Caravan Park
Church
Classes
Cottage
Amberleigh
Dales Holiday Cottages
Thirkleby Hall Cottages
Wheelhouse Cottage
White Rose Country Cottages
Dentist
Kirkgate Dental Practice
P J Collier & Associates
Estate Agent
Luke Haslam EstatesLuke Miller & Associates Ltd
Malcolm Parker Property Services
Golf Club
Thirsk & Northallerton Golf Club
Holiday Park
Inn
Angel Inn
The Golden Fleece Hotel
Market
Pub and Bar
Black Bull
Black Lion Bar & Bistro
Blacksmiths Arms
Carlton Bore
Cross Keys Inn
Darrowby Inn
Dog and Gun
Frankland Arms
Lord Nelson
Old Oak Tree
The Royal
The Three Tuns
Wheatsheaf Inn
Racecourse
Restaurant
Black Lion Bar & Bistro
Caesar
Carlton Bore
Crown Inn
Henna Spice Lounge
Hung Moey
Raj Of India
Vale Of York
Wheatsheaf Inn
School
Self-Catering
Wheelhouse Cottage
White Rose Country Cottages
Woodland Lakes Lodges
Solicitor
Taxi
Dale TaxisLiam's Taxis
Premier Taxis Thirsk
S C S Taxis
Syd's Taxis (Thirsk)
Vet
Sports Clubs
Thirsk CC (Cricket)
Thirsk RUFC (Rugby Union)
Shops
Humphrey & Tilly
White Rose Books & Coffee Shop
Patricia Dawson
Boots
Grants Fresh Produce
The Smithy Farm Shop
Baldersby Garden Centre
Row Opticians
Zillah Bell Contemporary
Sweet Memories
Thirsk Hardware Ltd
Heron Foods
Arabica Coffee Bar
Towlers Newsagents
Rhythm & Booze
Piccolo
Timpson Ltd
Thomas the Baker
H. Lee and Son
Harriet
Keith Easton
Peaches
Hall Opticians
Yorkshire Deals
Guyz Barbershop
Chocolate Box
Foxes Ltd
Upstairs Downstairs Cafe & Deli
Crafts of Thirsk
Yorks of Thirsk Tearooms
Occasions
Calverts Rugs
Robinson Domestic Appliances
PowerPoint (Northern) Ltd
Collectable Interiors
Thimbelina
Arty Party
Seven Seas Fisheries
Johnsons Butchers
Well Heeled
Chungs Takeaway
Spectrum Framing and Gallery
Toys Around The Corner
Chapmans Pets
The Shoe Box
Electroworld
The Artists Palette
Manfield Jewellers
Hudson Butchers
The Pantry
Faerie Delights
Dorothys Salon
Millgate Motor Accessories
Tidings
Bliss Cafe & Patisserie
Planet Jewels Accessories
Little Quackers
Nigel Atkinson Bathroom Emporium
Nobles Barber
Inkwell Arts Tattoo Studio
CJ Computers
Salon 54
Antiques
Millgate Pine And Antiques
Three Tuns Antiques & Curios
My Vintage World
Activities
Boltby Trekking & Trail Riding Centre(Riding)
Places to Stay near Thirsk
The Golden Fleece Hotel (0.06 miles)
The Poplars Rooms & Cottages (1.41 miles)
White Horse Lodge (1.78 miles)
Wheelhouse Cottage (1.81 miles)
A fabulous brick-built barn conversion, a mile from the village of Sowerby, close to Thirsk, in the Vale of Mowbray.
Set over one floor, and beautifully converted, this lovely Sowerby cottage seamlessly combines original features with ... More
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Spital Hill (1.83 miles)
Ten minutes from the A1 Spital Hill is a wonderfully relaxing stopover. Hosts Ann and Robin Clough understand the needs of the weary traveller for peace and a tranquil atmosphere.
Cooking (and eating) is a passion and ... More | visit website
Carpenters Arms (2.83 miles)
The Kings Arms (2.87 miles)
Angel Inn (4.13 miles)
Black Swan Inn (4.42 miles)
Set in the tranquil village of Thornton-Le-Moor surrounded by countyside and close to the North Yorkshire Moors and Dales. Only 4 miles from Northallerton and 5 miles from Thirsk, famous ... More
Nags Head Country Inn & Restaurant (5.24 miles)
The Nag's Head is a 4* inn offering something for all. It is a feasting and meeting place for families, clubs and business people, a friendly local pub serving real ales and a superb restaurant ... More | visit websiteBrit Quote: |
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