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The Yorkshire Dales of All Creatures Great & Small
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The Yorkshire Dales of All Creatures Great & Small

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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 a photo stop Aysgarth Falls.

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What's included

Local, experienced driver/guide

Transport by air-conditioned minibus

Live commentary on board

Pickup and drop-off from centrally located meeting point

Food and drink

Gratuities

Entry to the World of James Herriot Museum - (approximately £10 payable directly to the attraction).

Meeting and pickup

Pickup is offered for all travelers.

What to expect

  1. World of James Herriot

    1 hour 30 min

    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.

  2. Ripon Cathedral

    20 min

    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.

  3. Yorkshire Dales National Park

    2 hours 30 min

    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.

  4. Grassington

    1 hour

    We enjoy a lunchtime stop in the charming town of Grassington ("Darrowby" in All Creatures Great & Small). You'll have time to explore the town and to arrange lunch (own expense).

  5. Arncliffe

    20 min

    The beautiful village of Arncliffe was featured as "Darrowby" for lots of scenes. We'll spend 20 minutes here to enjoy the beauty of the village and its incredibly surroundings.

  6. Yockenthwaite

    5 min

    We drive through Yockenthwaite - the location featured as "the Alderson's Farm" in All Creatures Great & Small. We stop for photos overlooking Yockenthwaite.

  7. Wensleydale Creamery

    20 min

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

  8. Aysgarth Falls

    10 min

    Visit the stunning Aysgarth Falls - a location used in the filming of Robin Hood, Price of Thieves. Take photos of the thundering Upper Falls.

  9. Hubberholme

    10 min

    You'll pause in Hubberholme, where we have chance to see the amazing Church of St Michael and All Angels. If the church is open, we'll have chance to go inside.

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Times are local to the experience (Europe/London).

Additional Information

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
  • Up to 6 travelers per booking
  • Each booking must include at least one adult.

FAQs about The Yorkshire Dales of All Creatures Great & Small

Can I cancel The Yorkshire Dales of All Creatures Great & Small for free?

No. All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

How long does it take?

It takes about 8 hours 30 min.

Is pickup offered?

Pickup is offered for all travelers.

What's included?

  • Local, experienced driver/guide
  • Transport by air-conditioned minibus
  • Live commentary on board
  • Pickup and drop-off from centrally located meeting point

What's not included?

  • Food and drink
  • Gratuities
  • Entry to the World of James Herriot Museum - (approximately £10 payable directly to the attraction).

Which places does it visit?

It visits World of James Herriot, Ripon Cathedral, Yorkshire Dales National Park, Grassington, Arncliffe, Yockenthwaite, Wensleydale Creamery, Aysgarth Falls.

Which languages is it offered in?

It is offered in English.

What fitness level is needed?

It is suitable for all physical fitness levels.

Is it suitable for children?

Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Operated by Grand Yorkshire Limited

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