Yorkshire Dales Full-Day Tour From York
See the sights of Yorkshire Dales National Park in just one day, without renting a car, with this exciting small-group excursion from York. Drive past stone-walled villages, winding valleys, and grazing sheep, stopping at Bolton Castle, market towns, and Aysgarth Falls. Traveling with a guide means you get a full insider rundown of the area.
Highlights
- ✓See the best of the Yorkshire Dales National Park in just one outing
- ✓Enjoy the rugged scenery without any travel hassles
- ✓Guide insights help you learn about the local landscape
- ✓Enjoy the relaxed pace and feel of a small-group tour
What you'll see & do
- ✓Explore Grassington, a charming village that doubles as Darrowby in the modern All Creatures Great and Small adaptation. Stroll its cobbled streets, admire the traditional stone cottages, and soak up the atmosphere of a village that perfectly captures the character and beauty of the Dales. Its glorious surroundings make it an ideal stop for fans of the show and lovers of classic Yorkshire scenery alike.
- ✓Visit the beautiful St Michael and All Angels Church in Hubberholme, a charming historic church nestled in the Yorkshire Dales. Fans of All Creatures Great and Small will recognise the church from the series, where it was used for memorable scenes including James and Helen’s wedding.
- ✓Visit picturesque Yockenthwaite Farm, set in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales. Fans of All Creatures Great and Small will recognise it as Heston Grange, the fictional home of Helen Alderson and her family, surrounded by the beautiful scenery of Upper Wharfedale.
- ✓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.
- ✓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.
- ✓Visit these famous waterfalls, which provide a stunning photo opportunity.
- ✓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: 26th September 2026.)
What's included
- ✓Additional Entrance (Bolton Castle)
- ✓Use of Multilingual Audio Guide (No wifi or headphones provided on tour)
- ✓On-board commentary in English
- ✓Transport in a small mini-coach
What's not included
- ✓Food and drinks
- ✓Drivers gratuity (optional)
- ✓Headphone not provided
Good to know
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Our tours are not suitable for children under 5 years old
There will be a designated lunch stop where you’ll be able to purchase lunch
There are toilet stops on route
Minimal walking is involved
Confirmation is received at the time of booking
Our vehicles are not currently wheelchair accessible
Luggage storage is available at the York train station
Seats cannot be reserved
Each passenger must have their own seat.
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 All Creatures Great and Small 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; 989898
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.
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
Yorkshire Dales Full-Day Tour From York
See the sights of Yorkshire Dales National Park in just one day, without renting a car, with this exciting small-group excursion from York. Drive past stone-walled villages, winding valleys, and grazing sheep, stopping at Bolton Castle, market towns, and Aysgarth Falls. Traveling with a guide means you get a full insider rundown of the area.
Highlights
- ✓See the best of the Yorkshire Dales National Park in just one outing
- ✓Enjoy the rugged scenery without any travel hassles
- ✓Guide insights help you learn about the local landscape
- ✓Enjoy the relaxed pace and feel of a small-group tour
What you'll see & do
- ✓Explore Grassington, a charming village that doubles as Darrowby in the modern All Creatures Great and Small adaptation. Stroll its cobbled streets, admire the traditional stone cottages, and soak up the atmosphere of a village that perfectly captures the character and beauty of the Dales. Its glorious surroundings make it an ideal stop for fans of the show and lovers of classic Yorkshire scenery alike.
- ✓Visit the beautiful St Michael and All Angels Church in Hubberholme, a charming historic church nestled in the Yorkshire Dales. Fans of All Creatures Great and Small will recognise the church from the series, where it was used for memorable scenes including James and Helen’s wedding.
- ✓Visit picturesque Yockenthwaite Farm, set in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales. Fans of All Creatures Great and Small will recognise it as Heston Grange, the fictional home of Helen Alderson and her family, surrounded by the beautiful scenery of Upper Wharfedale.
- ✓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.
- ✓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.
- ✓Visit these famous waterfalls, which provide a stunning photo opportunity.
- ✓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: 26th September 2026.)
What's included
- ✓Additional Entrance (Bolton Castle)
- ✓Use of Multilingual Audio Guide (No wifi or headphones provided on tour)
- ✓On-board commentary in English
- ✓Transport in a small mini-coach
What's not included
- ✓Food and drinks
- ✓Drivers gratuity (optional)
- ✓Headphone not provided
Good to know
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Our tours are not suitable for children under 5 years old
There will be a designated lunch stop where you’ll be able to purchase lunch
There are toilet stops on route
Minimal walking is involved
Confirmation is received at the time of booking
Our vehicles are not currently wheelchair accessible
Luggage storage is available at the York train station
Seats cannot be reserved
Each passenger must have their own seat.
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 All Creatures Great and Small 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; 989898
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.
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.