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The Yorkshire Dales of All Creatures Great & Small

95 Reviews 4.97 out of 5 stars Based on 95 reviews collected by City Boat Tours and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 100% of reviewers | York, England

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8 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
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Overview

Hotel Pick-Up and Drop-Off included. Explore the backroads and unspoilt countryside of James Herriot Country on this exclusive small-group tour from York. Travelling in an intimate group of no more than 6 people, you'll see the scenery and drive roads inaccessible to other, larger tour groups. Discover the rolling moors and lush valleys of the Yorkshire Dales, the fascinating 'World of James Herriot Museum' in Thirsk and the ancient crypt below Ripon Cathedral. Along the way you'll discover the English countryside so beautifully showcased on All Creatures Great & Small. You'll explore Wharfedale & Wensleydale, visit Grassington (Darrowby in All Creatures Great & Small) and the Alderson's Farm at Yockenthwaite. You'll have chance to taste local cheese at the Wensleydale Creamery and enjoy countless photo opportunities in the Yorkshire Dales of All Creatures Great and Small.

What's Included

  • Transport by air-conditioned minibus
  • Entrance Ticket for the World of James Herriot Museum in Thirsk.
  • Live commentary on board
  • Food and drink
  • Gratuities
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Meeting and Pickup

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Please ensure you are ready to be collected by 8:20am at the latest.

What To Expect

World of James Herriot

Enjoy the chance to explore the World of James Herriot Museum, in the building where the world's most famous vet lived, worked and wrote his amazing books.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Ripon Cathedral

We make a brief visit to the small city of Ripon to visit the amazing cathedral, built on the site of the original Saxon church. You can explore the cathedral and its original crypt, built in 672AD.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Yorkshire Dales National Park

Discover the quintessential English countryside as we travel through Wharfedale and Wensleydale on an amazing scenic tour of the Yorkshire Dales. This is the landscape and scenery made famous by James Herriot's adventures in All Creatures Great & Small. Countless photo opportunities present themselves as we take to the rural back roads and farm tracks that take us off the beaten track.
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2 hours 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Burnsall

Take a walk across the village green and alongside the river Wharfe, following in the footsteps of Mrs Hall and her gentleman friend Gerald.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Grassington

We enjoy a lunchtime stop in the charming town of Grassington ("Darrowby" in All Creatures Great & Small). You can see Skeldale House and the instantly recognisable market square from All Creatures Great & Small. To save time, your guide can help pre-order lunch (own expense) at the Drover's Arms (in reality, the Devonshire).
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1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Hubberholme

You'll pause in Hubberholme, where we have chance to see the amazing Church of St Michael and All Angels. The inside of the church is recognisable as the place where James & Helen get married.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Yockenthwaite

We drive through Yockenthwaite - the location featured as Heston Grange - the Alderson's Farm, where James first meets Helen, in All Creatures Great & Small. We stop for photos overlooking Yockenthwaite.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Wensleydale Creamery

We make a brief afternoon stop at the Wenselydale Creamery - chance to sample an amazing array of local cheeses in the free tasting room.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the The Yorkshire Dales of All Creatures Great & Small?

A: This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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What's Included

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  • Transport by air-conditioned minibus
  • Entrance Ticket for the World of James Herriot Museum in Thirsk.
  • Live commentary on board
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off from your accommodation in York city centre
  • Local, experienced driver/guide
  • Food and drink
  • Gratuities

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers

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This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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