James Herriot News Blog
Why we have a no dogs/pets except assistance dogs
It goes without saying that Alf Wight, better known to everyone as ‘James Herriot’, loved dogs! His love of the nation’s favourite family pet is mentioned many times in his...
Grassington and All Creatures Great and Small: A Visitor’s Guide to Darrowby
If you have been watching the current series and found yourself searching for Grassington and All Creatures Great and Small, you are in very good company. Thousands of fans...
Spring 2026 in Herriot Country: The Perfect Time to Visit The World of James Herriot
Spring is one of the loveliest times for days out in North Yorkshire. As the days grow lighter and the Yorkshire countryside wakes up after winter, Thirsk takes on a fresh...
Visiting Herriot Country: A Guide for US Fans
Herriot Country is a real place — not a fictional landscape — and it's every bit as charming, scenic, and heart‑warming as the stories that made James Herriot a household...
The James Herriot Podcast Launch
The World of James Herriot is delighted to announce the James Herriot podcast launch - created to bring the stories, places, and people behind Alf Wight — better known as...
Celebrating James Herriot: A Birthday Tribute to Yorkshire’s Beloved Veterinarian
Today we celebrate the birthday of one of Yorkshire's most cherished literary figures - James Herriot, born Alfred Wight on October 3rd, 1916, in Sunderland. Though he may...
From Skeldale House to The Yorkshire Vet: The Complete James Herriot Connection in Thirsk
The charming market town of Thirsk in North Yorkshire has become synonymous with veterinary excellence, thanks to one man whose legacy continues to inspire both television...
World of James Herriot Museum Sponsors Parrot at Local Morndyke Parrot Sanctuary
Thirsk's beloved veterinary museum extends its commitment to animal welfare through meaningful partnership THIRSK, North Yorkshire – The World of James Herriot Museum has...
Things to Do in Thirsk: Explore James Herriot Country
Discover the Best Attractions and Activities in Thirsk, North Yorkshire Located in the heart of North Yorkshire, the charming market town of Thirsk offers visitors a...
Walk in the Footsteps of “All Creatures Great and Small” at James Herriot’s Yorkshire Home
A 'must visit' destination for American travellers American visitors to All Creatures Great and Small on PBS have been making the journey to Thirsk, North Yorkshire, to step...
What an Evening!! 25th Anniversary Celebrations
All Creatures Great and Small stars Samuel West and Nicholas Ralph guest at The World of James Herriot 25th anniversary dinner - and see Sam West play the theme tune on the...
The Real Darrowby – All Creatures Great & Small
Darrowby: The Fictional Heart of "All Creatures Great and Small" Nestled in the rolling hills of Yorkshire, the charming town of Darrowby captured the hearts of millions...
Voted Best Small Visitor Attraction 2024
Come and visit the Award-winning REAL World of James Herriot in Thirsk #Darrowby, for a great family day out! The World of James Herriot family visitor attraction is a...
‘All Creatures Great & Small’: A Comprehensive Look into the PBS Show
Greetings to all the television aficionados out there! We invite you to delve into an immersive journey that uncovers the magic and allure of one of PBS's most successful...
Buy James Herriot Audio Books Narrated by Nicholas Ralph
The World of James Herriot are pleased to announce that we have partnered up with Libro.fm to offer you the James Herriot audiobooks narrated by the actor Nicholas Ralph....
5 Great Reasons to Visit this Summer
The World of James Herriot family visitor attraction is a wonderful destination for anyone interested in the life and work of James Herriot, a British vet and author who...
The Wonderful World of James Herriot” book signing by James Herriot’s daughter Rosie Page and son Jim Wight
When: Friday 4th November at 11am to 1pm Rosie Page and Jim Wight, daughter and son of Alf Wight OBE (James Herriot) will be signing a new book “The Wonderful World of James...
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The staff at www.worldofjamesherriot.com would like to thank Brian Fetwell, for sending the message and photo below, over to us. We would like to wish him all the very best...
Celebrating10 years as a private sector tourism business
Award-winning attraction, World of James Herriot in Thirsk celebrates its 10th Anniversary as a private sector business this April. Ian Ashton, managing director of the...