All Creatures Great and Small from Windermere

09:00-17:30
Full Day Tour
Departure Point:
Windermere Information Centre
Adult tickets
£67
March-October

Minimum age: Travelers need to be at least 5 years-old

Central Lakes pick-up 

24-hour cancellation policy 

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Step into the world of James Herriot on the All Creatures Great and Small Tour, set against the stunning backdrop of the Yorkshire Dales National Park. This tour takes you deep into Herriot country, where you’ll discover the charming villages and rolling landscapes that brought his stories to life. Visit Bolton Castle—famous as the romantic setting where James Herriot proposed to his wife in the television series—and explore key filming locations from both the beloved 1970s BBC classic and the acclaimed Channel 5 adaptation. With breathtaking views, rich storytelling, and iconic sights from screen and page alike, this tour is a must for fans of All Creatures Great and Small and lovers of the English countryside.

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Prices

Summer 2025

1st April 2025 - 26th October 2025

Adult Senior Student Child
£67 £63 £63 £56

Tour Days

Summer 2025

1st April 2025 - 26th October 2025

Mon Tues Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun

Duration

Full day 09:15 - 17:30

Activity Level

This tour is a guided scenic mini-coach tour, but there are times when you will have the option to walk up to a few hundred metres to take in a view or point of interest.

Language

English

Group Size

16 passengers

Includes

  • Transport in a 16 seater mini-bus;
  • On-board commentary in English;
  • Pick-up service from selected hotels.

Main Departure point

Windermere Tourist Information Centre

How to find us

Pickup Service

Main Departure Point: 

Windermere Tourist Information Centre at 09:15

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We also offer a hotel pick-up service for those who book direct and are staying in the Ambleside, Bowness-on-Windermere, and Windermere areas.

Discover the timeless beauty of the Yorkshire Dales, a landscape brought to life in All Creatures Great and Small.

This day scheduled day tour from Windermere takes you into the heart of Herriot country, where green hills crisscrossed by dry stone walls, dramatic limestone cliffs, and centuries-old villages paint a picture of rural England at its finest. With the renewed popularity of the beloved series, there’s no better time to explore the region that inspired it all.

Your journey begins with a scenic drive from the Lake District to the market town of Sedbergh, the perfect spot for a coffee break before venturing into the unspoilt landscapes of the Yorkshire Dales National Park.

Travel through Wensleydale to the striking Bolton Castle, a 14th-century stronghold once home to Mary, Queen of Scots. Enjoy a visit to Bolton Castle, a stunning 14th-century fortress with sweeping views of Wensleydale. Fans of All Creatures Great and Small will recognise its beautiful gardens as the setting for James Herriot’s on-screen proposal to Helen in the recent Channel 5 adaptation.

Next, visit the dramatic Aysgarth Falls, a stunning natural wonder and filming location for Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves.

Nestled in the tiny hamlet of Hubberholme, we’ll visit St Michaels & All Angels Church, this historic church was been featured in the television series and was used for filming the wedding of James and Helen Herriot and a baptism scene. This idyllically located 12th-century church sits peacefully beside the River Wharfe. The church is known for its medieval architecture and a rare monastic Rood Loft and pews carved by Robert Thompson, known as "Mouseman".

Next, we’ll have a photo opportunity at Yockenthwaite Farm, a traditional Dales sheep farm that has gained recognition as a filming location in the Channel 5 reboot of All Creatures Great and Small. Yockthwaite farm is known as Heston Grange in the series, where Helen and the Alderson family live. 

Set in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales we’ll visit the renowned Wensleydale Creamery, made famous by Wallace and Gromit and much loved in the Dales.  Visit The Cheese Shop at the UK’s flagship Cheese Visitor Experience. Sample and purchase a wide range of artisan cheeses, including the iconic Yorkshire Wensleydale and award-winning varieties blended with cranberries, apricots, and more.

Hawes sits in the heart of "Herriot Country," the area that inspired Alf Wight (the real James Herriot) in his beloved books. The town captures the essence of the rural community Herriot served: close-knit, rugged, and deeply connected to its farming heritage. Hawes, a picturesque market town in the Yorkshire Dales, plays a special role in the world of All Creatures Great and Small, both in the original 1970s BBC series and the modern Channel 5 adaptation.

This tour blends natural beauty, heritage, and television nostalgia for a truly unforgettable day exploring one of England’s most iconic regions.

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You may cancel 24 hours prior to departure and receive a full refund.

After 24 hours no refund will be issued.

For full terms and conditions please see here.

 

Visit Castle Bolton, the medieval fortress with spectacular views over the Dales

Enjoy the views of James Herriot countryside.

Aysgarth Falls, picture perfect waterfalls, used in the Hollywood blockbuster, Robin Hood Prince of Thieves.

Hawes, we stop at the famous Wensleydale Creamery.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

  • Bolton Castle 
  • Hawes 
  • Aysgarth Falls 
  • Wensleydale Creamery 
 

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

  • Activity level: You will have the option to walk up to a few hundred metres to take in a view or point of interest.
  • There is space on-board for hand luggage. 
  • There are plenty of stops for phots, toilet breaks and refreshments. 
  • All passengers must have their own seat
  • We ask all passengers to arrive on time, as we will leave promptly at the displayed time.
  • Please note this tour includes Garden entrance at Bolton Castle. 
 

INCLUSIONS

  • Transport in 16-Seater.
  • Onboard commentary in English
  • Knowledgeable driver-guide
  • Entrance to Bolton Castle gardens.
 

EXCLUSIONS

  • Food and drink
  • Entrances unless specified 
  • No dogs
 
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