Thirsk, North Yorkshire · Friday, 4th September 2026

Thirsk Events — Your guide to what's on in & around Thirsk

Markets, live music, family activities, workshops and local events — updated weekly for visitors and locals alike.

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Saturday, September 5th 2026

Salt and Light
Sowerby Parochial Hall, The Flatts, Sowerby, Thirsk, YO7 1JG.

Step back to Lake Galilee, AD 30, where rumours of miracles and healings are spreading. Five people struggle to make sense of a new and radical teacher. Who is he, and what might his arrival mean for them and their lives?

Join the characters around the campfire for an atmospheric evening of shanties, stories and spoken word, performed by actors from Lamps Collective.

7pm.

£10. Under 18s £5.

Tickets: From helen.irving@gmail.com or 07806 801219
Tel: 07806 801219
Email: helen.irving@gmail.com

Saturday, September 5th 2026

West End to Broadway
The Forum, Bullamoor Road, Northallerton, DL6 1LP.

Enjoy a spectacular musical extravaganza as Alan brings together members of Crash Bang Wallop Youth Theatre, both past and present, alongside The Forum Stage Band for this year's annual fundraising concert.

Expect an entertaining evening celebrating favourite songs and show-stopping numbers from the worlds of the West End and Broadway.

7.30pm. £10.

Tickets: Book online, at The Forum or on the door
Tel: 01609 776230
Email: info@forumnorthallerton.org.uk
Web: forumnorthallerton.org.uk

Sunday, September 6th 2026

Thirsk Farmers' Market
Market Place, Thirsk, YO7 1EY.

Discover a fantastic selection of locally produced food and drink at the Thirsk Farmers' Market. Unlike some markets, every stallholder is a local independent business, with producers growing, rearing or making the products they sell themselves.

Meet the passionate people behind the produce, browse the stalls and enjoy the very best of local food and drink from the surrounding area.

9am-2pm.

Email: info@northerndalesfarmersmarkets.com
Web: northerndalesfarmersmarkets.com

Planning your visit

Everything you need to know

Parking in Thirsk

Short-stay bays near the Market Place, plus long-stay car parks at Marage and Millgate. EV charging available. Blue Badge bays throughout.

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Accommodation

Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering options in and around Thirsk, from cosy countryside retreats to town-centre stays.

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Walking trails

Easy town routes and scenic countryside trails around Thirsk, including paths along the River Rye and into the Hambleton Hills.

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Pet friendly Thirsk

Dog-friendly pubs, walks, cafés and accommodation in Thirsk — because your four-legged companions deserve a day out too.

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Birds of Prey Centre

Over 70 birds of prey at Sion Hill Hall — hawks, eagles, falcons, kites and owls. Adults £10.95 · Children £8.95. Opening spring 2026.

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Thirsk market days — Monday and Saturday in the Market Place

Markets & shopping

Thirsk's famous market runs every Monday and Saturday in the Market Place. The Farmers Market takes place on the first Sunday of each month.

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Monday market

Every Monday · Market Place

Saturday market

Every Saturday · Market Place

Farmers Market

1st Sunday monthly · Market Place

Visitor Information

93a Market Place · Mon–Sat 10–3pm

About Thirsk

A market town with over 1,000 years of history

Thirsk is a charming North Yorkshire market town nestled between the Yorkshire Dales and the North Yorkshire Moors, situated on the River Rye. It's the birthplace of Thomas Lord and the home of author James Herriot (Alf Wight), whose stories brought the Yorkshire countryside to life for millions of readers.

Compact and easy to explore on foot, Thirsk makes an ideal base for discovering the wider region — with York's world-class attractions just 20 miles away.

Official visitor site ℹ

1,000+

Years of history, mentioned in the Domesday Book

20 mi

From York and the National Railway Museum

Race meetings per season at Thirsk Racecourse

1730

Year of the first recorded race at Thirsk

Thirsk cobbled Market Place, North Yorkshire