Guidebook for North Yorkshire
Food Scene
Now a Michelin starred-pub; this is for the real foodies out there. You 100% need to book ahead to get in here, but it is well-worth it! Tommy Banks, the fantastic chef, featured on Great British Menu and is a local celebrity now! The Black Swan, Oldstead,
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The Black Swan at Oldstead
Now a Michelin starred-pub; this is for the real foodies out there. You 100% need to book ahead to get in here, but it is well-worth it! Tommy Banks, the fantastic chef, featured on Great British Menu and is a local celebrity now! The Black Swan, Oldstead,
Located only a few minutes’ walk from the cottage – this is our favourite place to eat in town. Although, we recommend booking as they do get busy! Racha Thai, Bakers Alley, Thirsk, YO7 1HD
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Racha Thai Bistro
Bakers AlleyLocated only a few minutes’ walk from the cottage – this is our favourite place to eat in town. Although, we recommend booking as they do get busy! Racha Thai, Bakers Alley, Thirsk, YO7 1HD
This pub is approximately a 15min drive away, but it is the loveliest, proper Yorkshire country pub around. Serving a wide range of pub classics, it’s a great place to go after a walk or to enjoy a pint. There is a fantastic circular walk starting in Cowesby (the next door village), which takes you up to the moors and through a beautiful Rhododendron tunnel back into Cowesby – we would recommend doing then and then heading to the Dog & Gun after. You do need to book though – they are very popular.
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Dog and Gun
This pub is approximately a 15min drive away, but it is the loveliest, proper Yorkshire country pub around. Serving a wide range of pub classics, it’s a great place to go after a walk or to enjoy a pint. There is a fantastic circular walk starting in Cowesby (the next door village), which takes you up to the moors and through a beautiful Rhododendron tunnel back into Cowesby – we would recommend doing then and then heading to the Dog & Gun after. You do need to book though – they are very popular.
Sightseeing
If you decide to wander through town, do find the time to pop into St. Mary’s Church – the one right in front of you when you open the front door. This beautiful church dates to the 15th century and houses some wonderful stained glass windows. The church wardens often arrange exhibitions and displays to enjoy whilst you are there and keep an eye out for mice by the famous mouse-man Robert Thompson!
St Mary's Church
KirkgateIf you decide to wander through town, do find the time to pop into St. Mary’s Church – the one right in front of you when you open the front door. This beautiful church dates to the 15th century and houses some wonderful stained glass windows. The church wardens often arrange exhibitions and displays to enjoy whilst you are there and keep an eye out for mice by the famous mouse-man Robert Thompson!
Parks & Nature
we would recommend a walk through the beautiful landscaped Georgian water garden of Studley Royal, complete will Neo-classical statues, follies and breathtaking views.
Studley Park
we would recommend a walk through the beautiful landscaped Georgian water garden of Studley Royal, complete will Neo-classical statues, follies and breathtaking views.
Arts & Culture
If you've read the books written by James Alfred Wight or watched 'All Creatures Great and Small' on TV, you'll love this award-winning attraction. See where James Herriot, the world's most famous vet, lived, worked and relaxed. See his home and surgery; travel back in time to what life was like when James was a vet in Yorkshire. See the car he drove, step into the TV set, try your hand at being a vet and even experience what it was like to hide in a World War 2 air raid shelter.
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Monde de James Herriot
23 KirkgateIf you've read the books written by James Alfred Wight or watched 'All Creatures Great and Small' on TV, you'll love this award-winning attraction. See where James Herriot, the world's most famous vet, lived, worked and relaxed. See his home and surgery; travel back in time to what life was like when James was a vet in Yorkshire. See the car he drove, step into the TV set, try your hand at being a vet and even experience what it was like to hide in a World War 2 air raid shelter.
The Gallery is a leading contemporary fine art gallery that was established in 1988, and it is named after the youngest Bell sister. It has been described as one of ‘Yorkshire’s best kept secrets’, and over the years it has earned the reputation as a place to view and purchase a wide range of works by local, national and international artists. Exhibitions change monthly, representing and promoting an extraordinarily wide range of both established and emerging artists. The works shown include a broad range of media including painting, printmaking and ceramics. We hope you find the time to pop in and take a look.
Zillah Bell Contemporary Art
15 KirkgateThe Gallery is a leading contemporary fine art gallery that was established in 1988, and it is named after the youngest Bell sister. It has been described as one of ‘Yorkshire’s best kept secrets’, and over the years it has earned the reputation as a place to view and purchase a wide range of works by local, national and international artists. Exhibitions change monthly, representing and promoting an extraordinarily wide range of both established and emerging artists. The works shown include a broad range of media including painting, printmaking and ceramics. We hope you find the time to pop in and take a look.
Thirsk Museum is located a little further into town – in the building where Thomas Lord (who founded Lord’s Cricket Ground) was born. It is well worth a look inside to learn more about Thirsk and the surrounding area.
Thirsk Museum
14-16 KirkgateThirsk Museum is located a little further into town – in the building where Thomas Lord (who founded Lord’s Cricket Ground) was born. It is well worth a look inside to learn more about Thirsk and the surrounding area.
Entertainment & Activities
This is a theme park approximately 30mins away – which features the longest rollercoaster in Europe (The Ultimate!). There is a small zoo and over 40 rides and it is suitable for all ages. There is soft play for babies and more adventurous rides for the more grown ups. It is open from March – November. Please check the website for specific dates and times.
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Parc d'attractions de Lightwater Valley
Water LaneThis is a theme park approximately 30mins away – which features the longest rollercoaster in Europe (The Ultimate!). There is a small zoo and over 40 rides and it is suitable for all ages. There is soft play for babies and more adventurous rides for the more grown ups. It is open from March – November. Please check the website for specific dates and times.