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Thirsk, North Yorkshire
Thirsk is an old fashioned market town famous for its race course, 15th Century Church and Thomas Lord. Thirsk is also the Darrowby of the late James Herriot, famous vet and author. Thirsk and Sowerby are set in the centre of "Herriot Country" Gateway to the Yorkshire DalesNational Park to the west and the North York MoorsNational Park to the east. Thirsk is also not far from the cities of Ripon, Harrogate and York.
Thirsk itself offers some lovely little shops, restaurants and bars and its famous market takes place on Mondays and Saturdays when the south side of the Market Place has a variety of stalls selling everything from fruit and vegetables, candles, computer games to health food, clothing and hardware.
Thirsk also offers a variety of accommodation from Hotels and B&Bs to Self Catering Holiday Cottages.
With such a wide variety of activities and attractions within Thirsk you will be spoilt for choice for something to do. Regardless of your age or interests Thirsk has something to offer.
Please click below for a variety of accommodation, places to eat and drink, travel and attractions in Thirsk.
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Falconry UK - Thirsk
The Birds of Prey & Conservation Centre near Thirsk, was set up to ensure that birds of prey would survive to provide the public with a rare opportunity to see and enjoy these beautiful birds.Why not visit us for a fantastic day out. | |
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Yorkshire 4x4 - Thirsk
If you are looking for a real adventure look no further! From tackling mud, rocks and ruts on a 4x4 off-road driving day, riding extreme terrain on a quad bike, shooting clays out of the sky with our high powered shot guns to flying high with our amazing flight experiences... |
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Lightwater Valley - near Ripon
Lightwater Valley Theme Park is one of the leading theme parks in the UK, jam packed with over 40 thrilling rides and attractions for all the family.As one of the finest theme parks in the UK, the line-up comprises some amazing rides, including Europe’s longest rollercoaster - The Ultimate. |
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Travel Thirsk -
Train:There are Transpennine Express services to Northallerton, Middlesbrough, Darlington, York and beyond with connections to the East Coast Mainline and Cross Country services at York and Darlington.
Whilst physically on the mainline there are only 4 daily direct services to London courtesy of open access operator Grand Central Railway.
Bus: The Dales Bus and Moors Bus both run services through to Thirsk. National Express also stops at Thirsk. Please check websites for more details.
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