The World Of James Herriot

20/10/2026

Half term’s nearly here, and we’ve got the perfect family day out sorted. 🐾

This October step inside 23 Kirkgate in Thirsk, the real home and surgery of Alf Wight, the vet the world knows as James Herriot. Wander through the rooms where the stories began and see the real home and surgery of James Herriot here in Thirsk.

Book your tickets now and make this half term one to remember

13/10/2026

The All Creatures author shared his love of the area in his 1979 book ‘James Herriot’s Yorkshire’. 🥰👇

09/10/2026

09/10/2026

Why is James Herriot still so popular? 🐾

Fifty years after the first book was published, something remarkable is still happening. New readers are discovering the stories for the first time. Families are passing the books down to their children. And visitors are travelling from the other side of the world to stand in the rooms at 23 Kirkgate, Thirsk, where it all began.

We've written a new blog post exploring what it is about a quiet Yorkshire vet from the 1940s that continues to resonate with millions of people in 2026. It's a question worth asking — and we think the answer might surprise you.

Read it via the link below. 🐄
https://worldofjamesherriot.com/why-james-herriot-is-still-popular-world-of-james-herriot-thirsk/

07/10/2026

Half term lands in North Yorkshire on 26th October, and we've got a fantastic day out ready and waiting at 23 Kirkgate. Step through the original surgery where Alf Wight once worked, let the kids loose in our interactive vet's gallery, and wander the garden past the Herriot memorial statue. We've also just opened our brand new Heartbeat Experience exhibit, so there's even more to explore this autumn. Allow an hour or two, wrap up warm, and make us part of your half term plans. Book your tickets and come and see where it all began. 🐾

https://worldofjamesherriot.com/product/visitor-tickets/

The James Herriot Museum in Thirsk — original home of Alf Wight, inspiration behind All Creatures Great and Small. Book your tickets today.

02/10/2026

23/09/2026

Ever thought about visiting the World of James Herriot in Thirsk? Here are five great reasons to come and see us. 🐾

1️⃣ It's the real thing. Not a recreation, not a themed experience, we are the actual home and surgery of Alf Wight, the real James Herriot, exactly as it was in the 1940s.

2️⃣ Three iconic TV classics under one roof. Our brand new Heartbeat Experience sits alongside our James Herriot and the Yorkshire Vet exhibits - bringing together three of Yorkshire's most beloved television series in one visit.

3️⃣ It's fully indoors. Whatever the great British weather has in mind, you'll be warm, dry, and completely absorbed from the moment you walk through the door.

4️⃣ It's brilliant value. Adult tickets are just £10, children are £5, and under 3s come in absolutely free. The Heartbeat Experience is included at no extra charge.

5️⃣ Thirsk is on the doorstep. After your visit, the market town centre is just two minutes' walk away - great cafes, proper Yorkshire pubs, and independent shops to explore.

We're open seven days a week. Come and see us. 🏡

Book your visit at www.worldofjamesherriot.com

18/09/2026

Did you know we now have ANOTHER iconic Yorkshire TV classics under our roof?

Alongside our much-loved James Herriot and The Yorkshire Vet exhibits, we are thrilled to have our brand new Heartbeat Experience now open here at the World of James Herriot in Thirsk.

Step into a faithful recreation of Nicholas Rhea's personal home study - the room where the Heartbeat stories were written, complete with his own genuine belongings brought here from his home.

There's two real police motorcycles used in the actual filming of the series, plus a wonderful collection of memorabilia, photographs, and archive material that brings the world of Aidensfield to life.

And the best part? It's all included in your standard admission. No extra charge.

Two iconic Yorkshire TV classics. One unforgettable destination. 🐾

Book your visit at worldofjamesherriot.com

The James Herriot Museum in Thirsk — original home of Alf Wight, inspiration behind All Creatures Great and Small. Book your tickets today.