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(227)
enjoyed a day out with my family on this trip.Everything was good. Our guide, Chris, is so nice and cooperative. We enjoyed stunning views of Yorkshire Dales. Really exciting!
Hi there, Thank you for your lovely five star review! We are so pleased you and your family enjoyed your Herriot and Yorkshire Dales day trip from York. The stunning Dales scenery is always a highlight, and it is wonderful to hear Chris’s friendly and helpful approach added to your enjoyment of the day. Thank you for recommending our tour and for choosing our small local Yorkshire company to explore the Yorkshire Dales with. We hope your family took home some very happy memories of Yorkshire! Warmest wishes, Lucy Best of Britain – Yorkshire Day Tours
Chris was a great guide! We learned so much about the history, people, animals, and culture of the area. Gorgeous countryside and adorable towns. We took lots of fun stops and had a wonderful time!!
Hi Chloe, What a lovely review, thank you! We are so pleased you had such a fun day exploring the Yorkshire Dales with Chris. There is so much more to the Dales than just the gorgeous scenery, so it is wonderful to hear you enjoyed learning about Yorkshire’s history, people, wildlife and local culture along the way too. Those little stops in the villages and countryside are often some of the best parts of the day! Thank you for choosing our Herriot and Yorkshire Dales day trip from York and for supporting our small local Yorkshire company. We are delighted you had such a wonderful time with us! Warmest wishes, Lucy Best of Britain – Yorkshire Day Tours
Wonderful Day! Great Guide. Right pace for a moderately fit 70 yr old lady. Beautiful setting. Luck with balmy weather. Thank you!!
Hi Susan, What a lovely review, thank you! We are so pleased you had such a wonderful day exploring the Yorkshire Dales and James Herriot country with us. It is especially lovely to hear that you found the pace just right. We want our Yorkshire Dales day trips from York to feel relaxed and enjoyable, with plenty of time to appreciate the beautiful scenery, villages and All Creatures Great and Small connections along the way. It sounds like Yorkshire treated you to some beautiful weather too! Thank you again for choosing our small local Yorkshire company and for sharing your experience. Warmest wishes, Lucy Best of Britain – Yorkshire Day Tours
Christopher was a wonderful guide. He gave us plenty of history and other information. The tour was very well organized with all stops and departures on time and easy to manage.
Hi there, Thank you for your lovely review and recommendation! We are so pleased you enjoyed your Herriot and Yorkshire Dales day trip from York and found the whole day well organised and easy to enjoy. We want our guests to be able to relax, take in the beautiful Yorkshire Dales scenery and enjoy the stories and history along the way, without having to worry about the logistics. Your kind words about Christopher and his knowledge of Yorkshire will certainly be passed on to him. Thank you again for choosing our small local Yorkshire company. We are delighted you had such an enjoyable day exploring the Dales with us. Warmest wishes, Lucy Best of Britain – Yorkshire Day Tours
Super informative tour. Just right on the stops and photo ops. Chris was super great tour guide and had the right balance of history without overwhelming us.
Thank you very much, Mark, for your fantastic five star review of our Herriot and Yorkshire Dales Day Trip from York. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the tour and found the balance of sightseeing, photo opportunities, and local history just right. We believe the best day trips allow plenty of time to take in the scenery while learning about the places you visit without feeling rushed or overloaded with information. Thank you also for your kind words about Chris. We are pleased he helped make your day so enjoyable. We really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience, and we hope to welcome you back on another Yorkshire day tour in the future. Lucy Best of Britain – Yorkshire Day Tours
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.
Thank you very much, Deidre, for your wonderful five star review of our Herriot and Yorkshire Dales Day Trip from York. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the spectacular scenery of the Yorkshire Dales and your visit to Grassington, which has become so well known as the filming location for Darrowby in the current television adaptation of *All Creatures Great and Small*. Thank you also for your kind words about Chris. We are pleased he helped make your day so enjoyable with his local knowledge and passion for Yorkshire's history. Thank you as well for your suggestion about including Helen's Farm. As our scheduled Herriot and Yorkshire Dales Day Trip from York has a carefully planned itinerary, we are unfortunately unable to include every filming location. However, Helen's Farm is one of the highlights of our Private *All Creatures Great and Small* Yorkshire Dales Tour, where we have the flexibility to explore even more of James Herriot country. Thank you again for your recommendation. We hope to welcome you back to Yorkshire again soon. Lucy Best of Britain – Yorkshire Day Tours
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
