Herriot and Yorkshire Dales Day Trip from York
Description
This Day Trip from York provides the opportunity to explore the Yorkshire Dales National Park with an introduction to Herriot Country, including the picturesque town of Grassington (famous for its role as the fictional town of ‘Darrowby’ in the new ‘All Creatures Great and Small’ television series), Masham (traditional market town in Lower Wensleydale), Bolton Abbey (where you will see the stunning setting of the ruins of the 12th Century Augustinian Monastery) and the picture postcard traditional Yorkshire Dales limestone waterfalls at Linton. Enjoy personal attention from your guide on this small-group mini-coach tour, limited to 16 people.
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Itinerary
We head off to Lower Wenslydale, with your Tour Guide telling you about the history and features of the area. The first stop is at the traditional market town of Masham in Lower Wensleydale, which gained its market charter over 700 years ago in 1251. Here you can learn some of the Town’s history from your guide and see the remains of an Anglo-Saxon cross shaft, thought to be around 1300 years old, at the Church of St. Mary the Virgin, explore the quaint shops or just enjoy a leisurely Yorkshire brew and some cake in one of the cafes on the square – the choice is yours!
Heading across Masham Moor where the sheep roam freely amongst the Heather and vast open landscape on our way over the tops to Nidderdale. The fantastic views and scenery over Gouthwaite Reservoir and miles of drystone walls make it perfect for some great photo stops. We arrive at the picturesque town of Grassington, famous for its role as the fictional town of ‘Darrowby’ in the new ‘All Creatures Great and Small’ television series, first aired in 2020. Here you will have 1.5 hours free time to explore the shops, Cafes and filming locations or even pop into the Devonshire Arms pub (The Drovers in All Creatures Great and Small) for a drink with the locals!
We depart Grassington and make our way to the beautiful Linton Falls. It is only a very short drive away so, if you prefer, you have the option to take the short walk from the Visitor Centre car park down the old stone path to the falls at Linton and meet your guide on the bridge over the river Wharfe.
The main afternoon stop is at Bolton Abbey, where entry is free and you will be able to explore the Priory Church and ruins of the 12th Century Augustinian Priory in its beautiful riverside setting, or maybe take the stepping stones challenge if you are feeling more adventurous!
We leave Bolton Abbey to continue our journey through the Dales back towards York, passing through Harrogate and learning a bit about the history of this famous spa town.
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Minimum age is 5 years
- Collapsible wheelchairs can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Adverse weather/road conditions, particularly during the winter months, may result in the route and itinerary having to be changed on the day
- Service animals are allowed by prior arrangement only
Reviews(222)
The scenery of the Dales was spectacular! The trip to Grassington was lovely as I’m an avid fan of All Creatures Great and Small. Our driver Chris was knowledgable, friendly and quite the historian. He also was kind and accommodating, I highly recommend this tour! It would be a great idea to add Helen’s farm into the tour.
We had a wonderful excursion in the Yorkshire Dales with our driver and guide, Chris! The scenery was bucolic and the entire experience was delightful. I highly recommend this tour! Chris added so much to our day travel as he gave historic facts, side stories, great suggestions for eating. He was charming and informative!
Hi Deborah, It is lovely to hear that you had such a wonderful day exploring the Yorkshire Dales with Chris. The combination of beautiful scenery, fascinating history, charming market towns, and James Herriot connections is what makes this tour so special, and we are delighted you enjoyed it all. We are especially pleased that Chris's stories, local knowledge, and recommendations helped make the day even more memorable. Thank you for your recommendation. It means a great deal to our small local Yorkshire company and helps others looking for a Yorkshire Dales day trip from York feel confident booking with us. Warmest wishes, Lucy Best of Britain – Yorkshire Day Tours
Chris was an excellent host and driver. The countryside is magnificent and the history and stories were enthralling. We had a magical time
Hi Tiffany, Thank you for your lovely review! We are so pleased to hear you had a magical time on your Herriot and Yorkshire Dales day trip from York. The Yorkshire Dales really do offer some spectacular scenery, and combining those landscapes with the stories, history, and James Herriot connections makes for a very special day. It is wonderful to hear Chris helped bring the experience to life with his knowledge and enthusiasm. We are very lucky to have guides who are passionate about sharing Yorkshire with our guests. Thank you again for taking the time to recommend us. It means a great deal to our small local Yorkshire company and helps others looking for a Yorkshire Dales or James Herriot tour from York feel confident booking with us. Warmest wishes, Lucy Best of Britain – Yorkshire Day Tours
Saw some beautiful & interesting sights. Tour operator was friendly & knowledgeable and very kindly dropped me off nearer to the train station.
Thank you very much, Patricia, for your lovely five star review of our Herriot and Yorkshire Dales Day Trip from York. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the beautiful scenery and interesting places you visited throughout the day. The Yorkshire Dales is full of stunning landscapes, charming villages, and fascinating history, making it a wonderful area to explore. We are also pleased that you found your guide friendly and knowledgeable. Providing a welcoming and personal service is an important part of what we do, and whenever possible we are always happy to help guests with onward travel arrangements at the end of the tour. Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. Your feedback helps other travellers looking for a Yorkshire Dales tour from York and a memorable visit to Herriot country choose with confidence. We hope to welcome you again on another Yorkshire day tour in the future. Lucy Best of Britain – Yorkshire Day Tours
We did the Yorkshire Dales trip in June. The landscape was stunning, our driver, Chris, was friendly and knowledgeable, the bus was comfortable, and every stop was well planned. We did a similar Cotswold tour a few years ago, and we liked this even better.
Hi Melanie, Seven thumbs up is a wonderful endorsement, thank you! We are so pleased you enjoyed your Herriot and Yorkshire Dales day trip from York. June is a beautiful time to explore the Dales, and it is lovely to hear the scenery, comfortable travel, and carefully planned stops all helped make the day so memorable. It is especially nice to know that, having enjoyed a Cotswolds tour previously, you rated your Yorkshire experience even higher. We think there is something rather special about the Yorkshire Dales, and Chris will be delighted to hear his friendly approach and local knowledge added to your enjoyment of the day. Thank you again for your recommendation and for choosing to travel with our small local Yorkshire company. Warmest wishes, Lucy Best of Britain – Yorkshire Day Tours
Excellent itinerary, well thought out, informative and interesting. The guide was very good and an excellent driver. Would recommend.
Hi there, Thank you for taking the time to leave such a lovely review. We are delighted to hear you enjoyed your Herriot and Yorkshire Dales day trip from York and found the itinerary informative, interesting, and well planned. We work hard to create tours that showcase the very best of the Yorkshire Dales while bringing the stories of James Herriot and the local area to life. It is also wonderful to hear your guide helped make the day so enjoyable. Thank you again for your recommendation. It really means a lot to our small local Yorkshire company and helps others looking for a Yorkshire Dales day trip from York feel confident booking with us. Warmest wishes, Lucy Best of Britain – Yorkshire Day Tours
Best investment we made for our Yorkshire area visit! Our guide was fun, knowledgeable, and easy to understand, providing Interesting narration throughout the drive and rich insights on the areas we visited. We especially hoped to visit a wool dealer and he located one for us. Plenty of great photo ops and time to explore villages, shop, and grab a meal or tea. Our guide helped us get to know him and our fellow travelers, making our trip even more fun.
Hi there, What a wonderful 5* review, thank you! We are delighted to hear that our Herriot and Yorkshire Dales tour was the best investment of your Yorkshire visit. It is especially lovely to know that your guide was able to tailor the day to your interests, including helping you find a wool dealer. Those personal touches are something we always try to provide. It sounds like you enjoyed a fantastic mix of Yorkshire Dales scenery, charming villages, local shops, and plenty of opportunities to stop and take photographs along the way. We are also pleased that the friendly atmosphere on the tour helped make the day even more enjoyable. Thank you again for choosing to travel with our small local Yorkshire company. Your recommendation means a great deal and helps others looking for a memorable Yorkshire Dales day trip from York feel confident booking with us. Warmest wishes, Lucy Best of Britain – Yorkshire Day Tours
We loved both the Herriot/Dales trip and the Whitby day trip we did with Mark, who was an awesome guide and driver. He shared his vast knowledge of the area and his clear passion for history and travel with us, and we always felt safe with him at the helm. Thanks for an unforgettable couple of days in Yorkshire. Very well done, highly recommend!
Hi Sarah, Thank you for your wonderful five star review! We are so pleased to hear you enjoyed both the Herriot and Yorkshire Dales tour and the Whitby day trip. Yorkshire has so much variety to offer, from the beautiful Dales and All Creatures Great and Small locations to the dramatic coastline and North York Moors, so it is lovely to know you experienced both. Thank you for your kind words about your time with us and for recommending our tours. It means a great deal to our small local Yorkshire company, and we are delighted we could help make your visit to Yorkshire so memorable. Warmest wishes, Lucy Best of Britain – Yorkshire Day Tours
Chris was our driver and tour guide. He was extremely friendly and very informative about all the places that we drove through and all the places that we stopped. I use a walker and it was always out and waiting for me when I got off the bus. He is great at his job and the way that he interacts with people. I would highly recommend this tour and Chris as your tour guide.
Thank you so much for leaving such a thoughtful five-star review following your Herriot and Yorkshire Dales tour from York. I am especially pleased to hear that you felt well looked after throughout the day. We always want our tours to feel relaxed, comfortable, and personal for everyone travelling with us, so your comments really mean a great deal. The Yorkshire Dales are such a beautiful area to explore, and it is lovely to know you enjoyed both the scenery and learning more about the places along the route. Thank you as well for recommending the tour to future travellers. As a small local Yorkshire tour company, reviews like yours are incredibly appreciated and help others feel confident booking a day trip from York with us. Warmest wishes, Lucy Best of Britain – Yorkshire Day Tours
Great trio. Chris our tour guide went above and beyond to help. Very informative about area.
Thank you for joining us for your Herriot and Yorkshire Dales day trip from York. I am delighted you had such a great experience and enjoyed learning more about the area during the tour. The Yorkshire Dales really are a wonderful part of Yorkshire, with so much history, scenery, and character packed into one day. We are very grateful for your kind words and for choosing our small local Yorkshire tour company. Hopefully we will see you again for another Yorkshire adventure in the future. Warmest wishes, Lucy Best of Britain – Yorkshire Day Tours
