Pictures of Thirsk

a Historic Market Town in the county of North Yorkshire

Town square, Thirsk, North Yorkshire by Rebecca & Andrew Croce ©

Ready for bed by Andrew Harker ©

Darrowby Inn, Thirsk, Yorkshire by Bill Weiss ©

Thirsk, North Yorkshire by John Sullivan ©

Inside the Wight Home. Heriott Museum by John Sullivan ©

Three Tuns Hotel, Thirsk, North Yorkshire by Phil Jobson ©

Lakeside Sunset by Andrew Harker ©

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About Thirsk

A small market town in North Yorkshire, famous for its 15th-century church, racecourse, Thomas Lord, and from being the place Darrowby was based on, which is the town featured in the James Herriot books.

Thirsk has a traditional market that takes place on Mondays and Saturdays. The market square is surrounded by a variety of shops, cafes, and historic buildings.
The Thirsk Museum provides insights into the town's history, featuring exhibits on local industries, notable residents, and the life of James Herriot.

Thirsk is situated in close proximity to the Yorkshire Dales National Park, offering access to beautiful countryside and scenic landscapes.
The town features historic architecture, including timber-framed buildings and Georgian townhouses, adding to its character.

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