The Yorkshire Dales of All Creatures Great & Small
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8 hours 30 minutes
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Hotel Pick-Up and Drop-Off included. Explore the backroads and unspoilt countryside of James Herriot Country on this exclusive small-group tour from York. Travelling in an intimate group of no more than 6 people, you'll see the scenery and drive roads inaccessible to other, larger tour groups. Discover the rolling moors and lush valleys of the Yorkshire Dales, the fascinating 'World of James Herriot Museum' in Thirsk and the ancient crypt below Ripon Cathedral. Along the way you'll discover the English countryside so beautifully showcased on All Creatures Great & Small. You'll explore Wharfedale & Wensleydale, visit Grassington (Darrowby in All Creatures Great & Small) and the Alderson's Farm at Yockenthwaite. You'll have chance to taste local cheese at the Wensleydale Creamery and enjoy countless photo opportunities in the Yorkshire Dales of All Creatures Great and Small.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
What To Expect
World of James Herriot
Enjoy the chance to explore the World of James Herriot Museum, in the building where the world's most famous vet lived, worked and wrote his amazing books.
Ripon Cathedral
We make a brief visit to the small city of Ripon to visit the amazing cathedral, built on the site of the original Saxon church. You can explore the cathedral and its original crypt, built in 672AD.
What‘s Included
Local, experienced driver/guide
Transport by air-conditioned minibus
Entrance Ticket for the World of James Herriot Museum in Thirsk.
Live commentary on board
Hotel pick-up and drop-off from your accommodation in York city centre
Food and drink
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The Yorkshire Dales of All Creatures Great & Small
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Reviews
115 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
The Amazing Dales
4Canadians,Apr 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The Dales are magic especially for fans of All Creatures Great and Small. Herriot’s surgery in Thirsk is a delight and the cathedral in Ripon is not to be missed. Chris’s small group tour allows you to use narrow lanes and byways inaccessible to larger vehicles. His knowledge of the origins of Yorkshire’s strange place names is a delightful addition to the spectacular scenery. The highlight is a visit to Grassington which is the village of Darrowby in the Herriot series and a wonderful lunch at the Drover’s Arms.
Great Day in the Yorkshire Dales
Y9776BMmikeb,Apr 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a absolute great day with Chris in our Yorkshire Dales trip. The van was very comfortable and we saw so much in our 8+ hours. The beauty and history were beyond great. We even had a chance to do a small hike through the fields. Wonderful experience.
Excellent way to see the Dales in a day - perfect for “All Creatures” fans!
TravelFoxToo,Apr 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent way to see it all! You see all things “All Creatures Great and Small” of the real world and the two shows, plus other places and even a mini hike option where you get to scramble around or over stone fences whilst undergoing the baleful gaze of ewes and lambs! We had perfect blue skies which only heightened the experience. Very informative; does bit have a touristy feel - and i am not at all a group tour person but without a car this is the only way to see the dales. Chris is a regular guy and not the slick rote touristy type of guide. 8+ hour day so be prepared for that. Nice van but due to the roads and necessary speed it can feel a bit jerky snd lurching at times. If you are very prone to motion sickness this might not be for you or ask to sit in front.
Fabulous day!
AnitaK,Apr 21, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Felt I saw it all, Chris was great!, beautiful part of England. If you are a fan of All Creatures Great & Small then this is a must tour to take.
Comfortable small group tour with a kind informative guide
Anonymous,Apr 3, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Wonderful! Small group tour. Kind, informative guide. Our guide made sure that each individual was comfortable and safe. He asked if we had specific requests, and worked those in as he was able. An overall pleasurable experience.
A great tour with just enough stops!
Emily J,Mar 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00John was our guide and did an amazing tour for us! Super informative and the stops were all well planned and organized.
Fantastic day!
Lucinda S,Oct 9, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Gorgeous scenery, and a smaller passenger van encouraged conversation between the passengers and let us get to places we wouldn't have otherwise seen. Chris was a fantastic guide and driver, picking us up right outside our lodging. He made several small stops in the course of our day, where there was an especially scenic view or something interesting to see. The museum visit, and stops to see the All Creatures Great & Small filming spots were a treat, and Chris pre-ordered our selected lunches at the Devonshire Arms ("Darrowby Arms"), which was delicious, and allowed time for us to visit the village. We've done a few tours on our trip (Whitby, which was nice, the Cotswolds, which were gorgeous in their own right), but this one was our favorite!
Gorgeous day out in the Yorkshire Dales—See if you can spot “Tricky Woo” and other famous Herriot characters and locatio
MissoulaTeresa,Sep 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fun day out with lively, informative guide and nice clients. While the tour was billed as an All Creatures Great & Small tour, I almost enjoyed some of the other stops more! Lovely scenery in the Yorkshire Dales & nice, small van to view things from!
Fabulous!!
FellowTraveler549760,Sep 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Chris was very communicative before the trip and Pete was an excellent tour guide. This was the Rolls Royce if tours. Every stop was so interesting and unexpected. Pete knew the best routes through the most beautiful villages.
Glorious Views and Fun Facts
Trek31800621877,Sep 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00If you are a fan of “All Creatures …” and Yorkshire Dales, this is the tour for you. Tour guide Chris Magee provided facts on a variety of subjects and kept us entertained as we viewed amazing scenery. Lunch is included at the Devonshire restaurant which is used as Drover’s Arm in the show. The van holds just six passengers, so you are able to go up country lanes for a different experience. We had a lovely day with door to door pick up and drop off.
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