Tour in York

Stone farm buildings and trees on green hills with a small river in the foreground under a partly cloudy sky
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5.0(4)
From $753
per group
8h 15m
Day Trips
York

Private "All Creatures Great & Small" Dales Tour from Thirsk

At a Glance

Type
Day Trips
Duration
8h 15m
Rating
5.0/5 (4)
Price
From $753/group
Fitness
Low to Moderate – The tou...

Tour Details

Explore the Yorkshire Dales National Park, but with a particular focus on the countryside and locations used for filming the new All Creatures Great & Small TV series starring Nicholas Ralph in the lead role of Yorkshire Vet, James Herriot, first shown on Channel 5 in 2020. You will have photo stops in Barden, Malham, Arncliffe, Hawkswick and Burnsall and a longer stop in Grassington, used as the main filming location for "Darrowby". You will also have the option to visit the award-winning World of James Herriot Visitor Attraction in Thirsk to see where Alf White (the real James Herriot) lived, worked and wrote his series of books, based upon his experiences as a young Yorkshire Vet. If you do want to visit the World of James Herriot, we will take you there first in the morning as it sets the scene for the rest of the tour.

If not, you can spend the additional time enjoying more of the Yorkshire Dales - the choice is yours and can just be agreed with your Driver in the morning!

What Makes This Tour Special

This private tour offers personalized photo stops at specific filming locations seen in the 2020s TV adaptation, with flexible scheduling allowing guests to choose between visiting the World of James Herriot museum or exploring additional Dales scenery.
  • Access to multiple filming locations including Grassington, Malham, and Burnsall.
  • Option to visit the World of James Herriot Visitor Attraction in Thirsk with contextual background.
  • Private tour format allowing tailored pacing and interests.
  • Opportunities for photography of traditional Yorkshire Dales landscapes and historic villages.
  • Insight from a driver knowledgeable about local history and the TV series.

Historical Background

The Yorkshire Dales National Park covers an area shaped by glacial activity during the last Ice Age, creating its characteristic valleys and limestone formations. The villages featured in the 'All Creatures Great & Small' series reflect rural life in mid-20th century Yorkshire, with many buildings dating back several centuries and traditional farming practices still visible.

Is This Tour Worth It?

This day trips activity is highly rated at 5.0/5 across 4 reviews, running 8h 15m from $753 per group.

Best For

Families
Less ideal for: Those with limited mobility · Wheelchair users

Pros

  • +Outstanding rating: 5.0/5
  • +Booked through Viator

Cons

  • -Cancellation policy not specified
  • -Requires low to moderate – the tour involves multiple stops with some short walks around villages and countryside viewpoints; terrain is generally gentle but some uneven paths may be encountered. fitness level
  • -Higher price point
  • -Inclusions not listed

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