Thirsk, Yorkshire
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Brief description
"Thirsk is a market town and civil parish in North Yorkshire; it is known for its racecourse and depiction as local author James Herriot's fictional Darrowby."
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"Thirsk is a traditional market town with a central cobbled square and town clock. It is famous for being the hometown of renowned vet and author James Herriot, and has a long-established market each Monday and Saturday.
The town is perfectly nestled between the Yorkshire Dales and the North Yorkshire Moors - and it is filled with incredible, independent shops, places to eat and businesses. Furthermore, there are always incredible events and exhibitions for you to enjoy.
Easily reached by train (just over two hours from London and Edinburgh), and just minutes off the A1, Thirsk offers the perfect base from which to explore North Yorkshire. Just a short drive from the North Yorkshire Moors, the Yorkshire Dales, the coast and towns including Harrogate, Ripon and York."
Address
Postcode district: YO7
Phone
Dialling code: 01845
Website
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Directions
Thirsk can be reached via the A19, A61, A168, A170, B1448
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Opening Times
Always check with the venue directly for up-to-date information including opening times and admission charges as they may be subject to change
Transport
Thirsk station is about a mile-and-a-half to the west of Thirsk town centre, beyond its racecourse.
The town has buses to neighbouring towns and villages.
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Amenities
For information on places to stay, eat and shop visit:
Thirsk also has:
North York Moors National Park.
Horse Racecourse.
The town has a range of shops and supermarkets. Thirsk offers bakery goods, butchers, antiques, books, clothes, crafts, flowers, furnishings, gifts, jewellery, an outdoor market (Mon, Sat).
Post Office.
bank and building society.
Pharmacy.
pubs and a social club.
inns, bistros, cafes, restaurants and take-aways - Takeaway food outlets in the town include fish and chips, chinese, sandwiches.
Museums.
Community cinema.
Leisure centre with swimming pool.
Places of worship: Anglican, Catholic, Methodist, other.
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Location
Nearest Venues
Thirsk Museum, Thirsk, North Yorkshire, YO7 1PQ
203 metres*
The World of James Herriot Museum, Thirsk
238 metres*
St Mary's Church, Thirsk, Yorkshire
307 metres*
1,302 metres*
*Distances are calculated in a straight line from the current venue, please allow extra time/distance based on available paths or roads.