A wonderful and magical experience for fans of James Herriot! The World of James Herriot is a small but incredibly rich museum that beautifully captures the life and legacy of the real James Herriot (Alf Wight), his veterinary practice, and the world he wrote about so lovingly. The museum is set in his original home and surgery, offering an authentic and intimate look into his daily life and work. One of the highlights is seeing the actual set used in the All Creatures Great and Small series, alongside a fascinating collection of vintage veterinary tools and historical displays about the profession. It's a real treat for anyone interested in veterinary history or a fan of the books and shows. While there is an entry fee, it's absolutely worth it. The museum may be small, but it's packed with charm and nostalgia. If you're a fan of All Creatures Great and Small, this place is magical. The surrounding area of Thirsk is equally lovely – a picturesque Yorkshire market town that adds even more charm to the visit. Highly recommended for fans and curious visitors alike!

We absolutely loved this museum devoted to the life of the original James Herriot (pen name). It is the original house and veterinary office of the man behind the books All Creatures Great and Small. We appreciated the attention to detail throughout the rooms, and were fascinated to learn about the filming of the series that ran on BBC for many years. Upstairs there is a veterinary medicine museum that features equipment used to treat farming animals over the years, as well as a hands on kids museum with some delightful sets to entertain. We left having learned about the real life veterinarian challenges as well an insight to the amazing man behind the books. Parking is in the main Thirsk Pay & Display lot in the center of the town. It's about 2 blocks from the museum entrance.

Excellent value for money. Beautifully laid out. Brought back many memories. It's visual and tactile. Films give interesting and surprising information. The film sets give you an idea of the conditions they've worked in and how technology has changed. I would imagine all age groups would enjoy. It's a must if your an All Creatures Great and Small fan.

If you're a James Herriot fan, this is a must see destination. Wasn't on our to-do list, but was a quick train ride from York, so decided to check out Thirsk. The museum was full of interesting items and information. Cool to actually be in the house where the books were written, where Wight practiced and where parts of the first series of All Creatures were filmed. Regarding Thirsk, we visited on race day and a weekend so the town had tons of traffic and the square was crowded. Outside of Herriot World, not much in Thirsk. The train station is 1.5 miles or so from town. 8.5 pounds entrance fee.

A very enjoyable time going round this museum. With several interactive games for entertainment for adults and kids alike if you want a go. Great value for money at £8.50 a adult. It says allow 1hr 30 mins to go round we were there over 2 hours. Enjoyed every minute. Not really knowing much about James herriot did not matter on visiting.

Visited The World of James Herriot in Thirsk and absolutely loved it! It was amazing, interesting, and really informative — fantastic value for money. Perfect for anyone who loves animals, the Yorkshire countryside, or the Yorkshire Vet. There’s so much to see and learn, and it’s all presented in such an engaging way. By far the best attraction I’ve visited for the price — a million times better value than the overrated York Dungeon, which felt overpriced and tacky by comparison. The James Herriot experience is full of heart, history, and charm. Highly recommend!

What a fantastic museum especially for 'All Creatures'fans. I didn.t realise he had written so many books! Set out in the original surgery from which Alf White operated. Upstairs there is a fascinating display of Vetinary equipment through the years. If you are in or near Thirsk this is a must visit museum.

Just had a lovely visit to this charming little museum. Saw the infamous Busby Stoop chair which was very eerie and some fascinating toys made from Italian POW's made at a nearby camp. We were greeted by Jim upon entry who was lovely, informative and very nice to us. Thanks for a lovely visit.

Nice little free museum(donations welcome) with lots of interesting stories and facts. Definitely worth a look around

Super friendly and very welcoming to me and my dog. Iots of interesting facts and info about Thirsk and its inhabitants. Who knew that Thirsk had such a lot to offer, definitely a place to revisit time and again.

Lovely small museum covering various aspects of Thirsk's history and daily life. Entry is free but donations are welcomed. The volunteers are friendly and informative.

Small museum with wealth of information on local history.

Small museum. It's free and run by volunteers. It's a lovely little museum. Definitely worth a visit.

Very informative, volunteers very friendly

Lovely day, very pretty venue and looking in tip top condition, even the weather turned out great. We will definitely be back again. 👌👍

First visit to Thirsk Racecourse and what a fabulous day! Made to feel extremely welcome the minute we walked through the gates. Really well managed inside, all the stewards were friendly and helpful. Only downside was if you are sitting out of the sun under the gazebo it gets very cold very quickly, so had to keep my coat on all day. Hopefully next time the sun will be more apparent. Could not fault the facilities or the service. Will definitely be back very soon.

Had a fantastic day yesterday (2nd August 2025). The live band was amazing, everyone was dancing, drinking having a great day. We often go to Thirsk but go in picnic area, decided to go into grandstand and so glad we did. Thirsk really know how to keep their customers happy. Loads of choice from pizza ,kebab,burritos, chips, burgers, ice cream and much more, even my 12 year old grandson enjoyed his day. Thank you Thirsk for a great day, and I never had a drop of alcohol (was driving) I would definitely recommend it for a fantastic day out

It was my first time at Thirsk and a very enjoyable evening. I brought my granddaughter with me who had a great time, she enjoyed the hamburgers and ice cream and the free bouncy castle and also picked a winner. Found the people very friendly and talkative. Wasn't overcrowded so could move around freely. No long wait for food and drinks. Had a couple of winners and a free shuttle bus to and from the train station. Thinking of going back for family day. Winner winner all around.

Nice course but the premier enclosure tickets are not worth money. You are unable to take your drinks up into the stand behind so cannot get an elevated view of the race. We unknowingly bought a bottle of Prosecco to share and because we were then restricted to a small area, were unable to see the first two races. We ended up spending the rest of our day in the grandstand because the view was so so poor. If the enclosure fence was moved to before the stand entrance, premier members would be able to access the area with their drinks and enjoy the races too. On a high note the staff were super friendly.

Did park and ride, a d find it good value for money compared to similar on other courses. Was very busy day but plenty of facilities to cater for all. Only problems in my opinion is another viewing screen is needed as those present can't be seen from the picnic enclosure. Also next enclosure along where screen can be seen, we struggled to get room where viewing ramp is for wheelchair users. Full family's using, and didn't volunteer to move had to be asked by us and other wheelchair users. This happened on our previous visit also, however on that visit a staff member kept moving people. On this last visit no one was moved the whole afternoon, even though I mentioned the problem to a member of staff. There are no signs either informing people it's for wheelchair users

the racecourse as always was lovely staff helpful and friendly. Howerever, the cost of food and drink is ridiculous nearly £8 a pint of very average lager isnt going to make people rush back

Lovely little town square with some lovely independent shops as you'd expect. Very friendly locals and a great mix of visitors. Parking was free for one hour or £1.50 for 2 hours. That was enough time for a mooch and quick lunch.

So nice to see the knitted tributes around the market square

Lovely open Yorkshire market place with paid parking during the day Monday to Saturday. Several cafes and pubs (including a Wetherspoons). Several UK High Street shops but also several independents. All in all, a great place to visit for a couple of hours.

We love Thirsk at every time of the year. We always make an effort to visit twice. Fantastic selection of independent shops. Lovely community. Brilliant market and awesome tourist information centre. So much to do. If I can say. Avoid race days!

What a gem! Took advantage of the outdoor seating, as the weather was lovely. Set in the middle of Thirsk, there's also a 70 plus seater restraunt. One portion of traditional fish and chips for my wife, and a chicken breast and chips for me. Delicious! Minimal wait, especially considering how busy they were. All deliciously and freshly prepared. Gorgeous.

Good for visiting James Herriot World

I just love Thirsk for a stop when travelling through the area. The atmosphere in the square is magical and being able to sit and eat the best Fish & Chips for miles at tables outside the restaurant on a sunny day is an excellent experience.

Beautiful cinema just like when I was a child. It was very busy when there especially for a Tuesday. The staff were great. I will be back next time I am in thirsk

Beautiful little cinema in Thirsk North Yorkshire. Makes you feel like you've gone back to the 1920s . Will definitely be going back soon , loved it .

Amazing vintage cinema (with very modern projection, sound and comfy seating). Run entirely by volunteers for over 28 years. Absolute asset to Thirsk. A must to visit

Visited last year. Was a nice old independent cinema. Short wait to get in. Staff were friendly. Had prepurchased tickets but the scanner wasn’t working to scan the tickets. Was disappointed you couldn’t buy popcorn.

Lovely place to go watch a movie if you don't want the hustle and bustle. Quiet and it has parking. I just hope they consider selling popcorn.

The screen isn't the biggest, the sound isn't the best, the seats don't recline, you can't pre book, only one choice of film per week and there is only a limited selection of snacks and drinks. BUT if you want to get even a glimpse of what the cinema of yesterday was like, you MUST try the Ritz. Fabulous. 🙂

Small old fashioned, 1920's ? Cinema with an upstairs & very friendly staff. We watched ' Yesterday ' there , good quality picture & sound , no issues .

Nestled in the heart of town, this tea house is an absolute gem. We recently enjoyed a delightful breakfast there, and it's one if the best tea houses we've ever been. The food was perfectly cooked; amazing eggs, crispy bacon, and a diverse selection of coffees and teas, all at very reasonable prices. The atmosphere was charming and warm, making it the perfect spot to relax and start the day. The place was clean and tidy. Service was another highlight. The staff was attentive and friendly, ensuring every guest felt valued and taken care of. In summary, this tea house is a must-visit for anyone seeking a delicious breakfast. Highly recommended!

We found this little gem in the centre of Thirsk while waiting for the Races today. Had a breakfast and it was perfect! Good quality sausages and bacon. Eggs equally so. Lovely bread. Brilliant attentive service even though we sat outside in the sun. If you fancy a spot on brekkie. Come here. We will be back very soon. Thank you.

We came for a visit to Thirsk as it was close to the accommodation we were staying at. What a lovely little café this is. Everything is so cute, the staff are so friendly. And the food! It was all beautiful and came out so quickly. Can't recommend enough. If we return to Thirsk we'll definitely visit here again!

Visited 20 September whilst in the area. Received a warm and friendly welcome and was promptly shown to a table. There was an excellent choice of menu. I chose sausage barm. It was delicious and had very fresh roll and quality sausages. My friend had toast, butter and jam. Our drinks were perfectly made. Very reasonable priced. We would highly recomend and return. Many Thanks.

traditional full English Breakfast and Red Tea with timer . lol. Friendly staff and good food and service.

I ordered lunch from Tea Time in Thirsk, and they delivered it straight to my office—fresh, hot, and absolutely delicious! The toasted sandwich was perfectly crisp with a generous filling, and the fries were golden and crispy, just the way they should be. The quality of the food really stood out, and it was clear that great care had gone into both the preparation and presentation. The delivery was prompt, and everything arrived in perfect condition. If you're looking for a tasty, well-made lunch with great service, I highly recommend Tea Time. I'll definitely be ordering again!

Excellent service, the most delicious coffee and tasty food. Staff were obliging, friendly and super efficient. Wonderful place.

Lovely deli and cafe in Thirsk. We went as a group for brunch and had a good fill! As a vegan, I was happy they could adapt the breakfast for me and the tea selection was fab :)

Visited this week, great place. Only had scones, cheese & fruit both delicious, meals that came out looked the same. Varied menu. Would definitely recommend.

lovely and quaint, great produce downstairs and lovely food and service upstairs. Super quaint little place. Will be back!

We dropped in here for a coffee and cake, the coffee was really nice and the vanilla slice i had was delicious. We would definitely drop back in if we return to Thirsk.

Aesthetically pleasing cafe with a delicious and unique selection of food. The staff were friendly and helpful. The scotch egg was delicious and was accompanied with a good size salad and two healthy wedges of cheese.

Lovely spot!! Gorgeous deli downstairs full of stuff you didn't know you needed! Sandwich bar behind this but upstairs is the cafe! Only small but characterful! We only had coffee and cake today but other people's lunch looked delicious. My latte was smooth and velvety and I loved the mugs! And the cakes were beautifully presented!!! Oh my goodness! Passion fruit, physalis, blue berries and cream! Gorgeous!! Yes, I would recommend it to anyone that can manage stairs. Great little spot!

I got a great delivery sandwich from here before leaving Thirsk. The service was great, and the selection in the delicate was really varied. Good vegetarian options-- houmous and roasted veg / egg mayonnaise/ various cheeses

This is a small, quirky pub that to my knowledge only opens certain days of the week. The range of beers is good but not vast and the prices seem fair. The place comes alive when the live music is happening (Thursday and Saturday). Can't comment on the food if the actual serve it. Well worth a visit.

I haven't noticed little 3 selling food ..it is a friendly place that sells good drinks. It is a Camra pub and has good groups playing during the week and at weekend

Visited this pub last year before i moved here and felt totally welcome, friendly staff and customers, live music nights are buzzing.. Love it..

Awesome, staff never stopped as was quite busy with outside service only due to Covid , both out pints were exceptionally well kept and therefore tasted beautiful, we will be back very soon

I love the Palestine flags inside! Really shows some character to the area! Will visit again ;)

Amazing selection of real ale, friendly welcome. Greatbold fashioned pub 🍻

Won’t be going here again everyone’s gonna boycott it they took down the English flag. I’m sure they go under soon.

Visited Racha while on a day trip to Thirsk..Enjoyed our food choices and the young server was super friendly.

This is an exceptional Thai restaurant that happens to be in Thirsk. But we have to say, the quality of the food and the level of service is special. We found this restaurant last year, and when we came back to the UK this year we had to go back. We were not disappointed. The chefs care about what they are sending out, both for quality and presentation and everything tastes like it was prepared fresh. The Chu Chee Tiger Prawns were amazing. But then again, everything was delicious and expertly prepared/presented. The Paneng chicken was rich and flavourful and the Pad Med Ma Muang had just the right amount of heat and sweet! Megan our server provided the right amount of attention and care, covering all our needs. The service was fast and attentive and she really made us feel welcome. It's evident that the chefs, staff and owners care about what they serve and how they serve it, and the result is a great dining experience that can be found on a little side alley in Thirsk. If you are thinking about trying this place, we recommend you do. We have been back several times over several years and every time its been great. From a family of well traveled foodies (from Canada)..

Lovely independent Thai resturant. There was a large choice of Thai food options, the portion sizes were generous and all food was freshly made, tasty and piping hot. Would recommend if visiting Thirsk

A welcoming greeting from Tom, our impeccable host, before being shown to a cosy, corner table. Dietary requirement options and recommendations fully explained. I highly recommend the Thai yellow curry! Others the Sam Rod! Overall, a relaxed, attentive, delicious experience. Very much looking forward to next time! 🌟

1st visit to this little gem tucked in Bakers Alley. Covid guidelines all in place. Warm friendly welcome. Staff very pleasant and informative on menu. Food was delicious. Scallop starter was my favourite with the king prawns a close 2nd. The shin of beef in the massaan curry spread across the plate with a spoon it was that tender. Lovely coconut rice for a bit of sweetness. Dessert menu looked lovely but we were both stuffed so no room. Delightful evening and look forward to sampling more.

Stumbled upon this gem. Excellent food and great service. Did not expect the quality we got and very pleasantly surprised. Highly recommend.

Been a number of times and the food just gets better. The staff who are young are very helpful and knowledgeable which is great. The owner is always on hand and provides a great service. Just booked again for tomorrow

I moved to Yorkshire about three years ago and as I like Indian food I tried various Indian restaurants. The Bengal Kitchen was and remains easily the best. I have eaten here regularly since. The food is consistently good and the staff are very friendly and helpful.

Working away from home and bored with the usual offerings most High streets have to offer. Found the Bengal Kitchen, saw how busy they were on a Tuesday evening, so decided to try my luck on a table for one. Outstanding value and service. I never give reviews, but this is justified . Booking highly recommended, so as to avoid disappointment! Suffice to say I'm Booking for next week!!!!

Had a lovely meal tonight and was very well looked after by our waiter Jazz. He was friendly, and helpful with advice and recommendations and the food was first class - AS ALWAYS!! Be back soon Jazz - keep up the good work mate. John

I said if it was 'good' I'd leave a review. It wasn't good, it was great! Generous portions, fabulous price and the Liver Tikka is one of the best I've had. Definitely recommend 👌

I had a night free from my child , so I came alone to bengal kitchen, all the staff made me feel relaxed and at ease I was so nervous, but soon relaxed , they have draughty beer cobra was delicious , the service alone was 10/10 fast friendly people who have amazing service food was delicious definitely recommend xx

Went here for early dinner. What nice people. We told them what we liked they made suggestions for us and when the food arrived it was just perfect. We ate the lot, brilliant. Stayed for almost 2 hours. Thoroughly enjoyed it.

Lovely little place, situated just off the main street. Cobra in draught at a decent price, lovely menu in fact struggled to make a final choice but all at a reasonable price. Would definitely visit again if out this way. Staff extremely friendly.