All Creatures Great and Small Tour from York
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September 2026
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Is All Creatures Great and Small Tour from York worth booking?
All Creatures Great and Small Tour from York is a 8.5-hour experience in York, United Kingdom, from $77 per person. It scores 72 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 106 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 72 / 100
- Rating
- 4.8/5 (106)
- Duration
- 8.5 hours
- From
- $77 per person
A chance to discover the beautiful Yorkshire Dales National Park and see the landscape and scenery that inspired James Herriot. You'll visit the locations used in the current series of All Creatures Great and Small suc
What you get
About this experience
A chance to discover the beautiful Yorkshire Dales National Park and see the landscape and scenery that inspired James Herriot. You'll visit the locations used in the current series of All Creatures Great and Small such as the Village of Grassington, which is currently being used as Darrowby in the series. You'll drive through villages and over passes admiring the views and taking in that in stunning landscape. You'll stop at Bolton Castle where Herriot proposed to his wife and was a favourite location of the author.
What's included
Included
- Use of Multilingual Audio Guide (No wifi or headphones provided on tour)
- Entrance fees
- On-board commentary in English
Not included
- Lunch
- Gratuities
- Headphones
What you'll see and do
Grassington
Explore the charming village of Grassington, filled with cobbled streets, local shops and pubs. The village is used as Darrowby in the filming of All Creatures Great & Small.
30 minutes here
Aysgarth Falls
Discover the beautiful waterfalls of Aysgarth. This makes an impressive stop on your tour and makes for a perfect picture.
15 minutes here
Wensleydale Creamery
Visit the famous Wensleydale Creamery in the market town of Hawes. Taste their award winning cheese and a personal favourite of TV character Wallace & Gromit.
45 minutes here · Admission included
Askrigg
Discover the charming village of Askrigg, best known to many as the original filming location for the much-loved television series All Creatures Great and Small. Wander through its attractive stone-built streets and see familiar locations from the series, including the King’s Arms, which featured as the Drover’s Arms, and Skeldale House, the exterior used as the veterinary practice and home of James Herriot.
30 minutes here
Bolton Castle
Visit the medieval Bolton Castle, once a prison for Mary Queen of Scots, this beautiful castle has stunning views over Wensleydale. The castle was a favourite place for James Herriot and is the place he proposed to his wife. *The Gardens are included in your tour price *(Please Note: On the dates listed below there is no Public access to Castle Bolton and therefore the tour will not stop here. 6th June / 12th June / 27th June / 17th July / 26th July / 1st August / 22nd August / 11th, 12th & 13th September / 26th September 2026.)
60 minutes here · Admission included
Yorkshire Dales National Park
Spend the day driving through the National Park stopping at various points to admire the views and take plenty of pictures.
180 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
York
Please arrive for collection at Coach Stop A on Leeman Road opposite to the Memorial Gardens at 09:00. The pick up is a 5 minute walk from the Railway Station. Please arrive 5 minutes early as we are not able to wait for late passengers. What3words - ///rocks.defend.dive
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Please arrive for collection at Coach Stop A on Leeman Road opposite to the Memorial Gardens at 09:00. The pick up is a 5 minute walk from the Railway Station. Please arrive 5 minutes early as we are not able to wait for late passengers. What3words - ///rocks.defend.dive
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- de, pt, ja, en, zh-CN, it, fr, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Mountain Goat Ltd - York
Know before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Minimum age is 5 years.
- Not wheelchair accessible.
- Please note on the dates listed Castle Bolton will be closed to the public and therefore will not be visited on your tour. (6th June, 12th June, 27th June, 17th July, 26th July, 1st August, 22nd August, 11th September and 26th September 2026)
- Due to the nature of the out tours, we cannot wait for customers who arrive at their tour start point late. If you are late for your tour, our cancellation policy applies. 100% charges are applicable and you will not be entitled to a refund or alternative.
- Please note due to a prominent Bike race in the area on September 5th - the tour will follow a different route than we typically do. This will not affect your attractions or the length of your tour.
- Combined Tour: On selected departures, this tour shares a vehicle with guests travelling on our Yorkshire Dales tour. Both experiences explore the beautiful landscapes, villages and stories of the Yorkshire Dales, and the day is designed to be equally enjoyable whether or not you are familiar with the television series.
- Access Code for Mountain Goat App; 121212
- If you are using our app, make sure you download the app before you arrive for your tour as we do not provide Wifi and bring headphones.
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Good to know
- Duration
- 8.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $77 to $85
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 37
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Why this scores 72
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
All Creatures Great and Small Tour from York: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for York.
How much does All Creatures Great and Small Tour from York cost?
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Prices start at $77 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in York usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does All Creatures Great and Small Tour from York take?
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Plan for about 8.5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in York is not rushed.
Is All Creatures Great and Small Tour from York worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 72 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 106 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in York, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule All Creatures Great and Small Tour from York?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is All Creatures Great and Small Tour from York suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 8.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book All Creatures Great and Small Tour from York?
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Around 37 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in York can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in York and add a light layer if any part of the 8.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does All Creatures Great and Small Tour from York start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central York within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in York?
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On Outty we rank every York experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Mad Alice’s The Bloody Tour of York -Best Tour Award Europe, The Deathly Dark Tour of York, Shadows of York: Ghost Walk and Horrible History.. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit York?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in York?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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