NEW BOOK: All Memories Great & Small

NEW BOOK: All Memories Great & Small

NEW BOOK: “ALL MEMORIES GREAT & SMALL” Released in December 2016 as part of the 100th birthday celebrations for James Herriot, All Memories Great & Small is the ideal companion book to the classic BBC series. Every episode is accompanied by...
The Yorkshire Vet

The Yorkshire Vet

It is a sad fact that Alf Wight died twenty years ago this year.  Thankfully for us, as you know, he left an extraordinary legacy.  His books have been read, bookmarked, re-read, gifted, donated and cherished for decades.  Many Vet programs have been made over the...
We Struck GOLD at the 2015 VisitEngland Awards

We Struck GOLD at the 2015 VisitEngland Awards

The World of James Herriot has been awarded Gold in the Small Visitor Attraction category at the prestigious VisitEngland Awards for Excellence 2015 Ceremony. The Gold Award is the highest Award for Excellence in Tourism in England which VisitEngland can bestow. The...
Number 1 on TripAdvisor

Number 1 on TripAdvisor

We are consistently voted the number 1 visitor attraction in Thirsk –  and here’s why… “Such a great museum for Herriot fans.” 5 of 5 stars We highly enjoyed the tour. We are Herriot fans and loved all the exhibits. Very informative. Great gift shop....
Group Visits

Group Visits

Calling all group organisers, tour operators and coach companies! The World of James Herriot is a perfect place to visit in North Yorkshire and will take your guests on a nostalgic journey through the former home and veterinary surgery where the world’s most famous...
Letter from America

Letter from America

Here at The World of James Herriot we often get letters and emails from grateful visitors or enthusiastic fans.  This always makes us proud as we are keepers, if you like, of Alf Wight’s legacy to the world.  A recent email is reproduced below with the kind permission...