Thirsk, North Yorkshire · Tuesday, 21st July 2026

Featured Event in Thirsk

Highlighted pick from the upcoming events calendar — something special happening in and around Thirsk, North Yorkshire.

This month's featured event

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📅 Friday, July 24th 2026

Summer Family Day at Thirsk Races - Bring the whole family along for a fun-filled day of racing and entertainment as part of the Go Racing in Yorkshire Festival. Enjoy live music at Thirsk Racecourse with GRACIE & ERIN, alongside a great choice of bars and food vendors. For a special day out, why not upgrade to one of three hospitality packages and reserve your own table?

Children can enjoy a fantastic range of FREE entertainment throughout the day, including inflatables, fairground stalls, a Jungle Run, games, face painting, a kids' disco and much more.

Saver Rate: Book your admission before midnight on Tuesday 21 July to take advantage of the Saver Rate. Prices will then increase to the On-The-Day rate, so early booking is recommended. Admission only.

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Supporting the community

Community Works Thirsk

Community Works

A Registered Charity
Helping Thirsk for over 20 years

📞 01845 524494

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Car Share Scheme

Community Works supports people in need across Thirsk and the surrounding area, situated at 14a Market Place, YO7 1LB. Their Car Share Scheme helps individuals access essential transportation for hospital visits, doctor and dentist appointments, and important meetings.

This service is especially beneficial for those who lack access to a car or face challenges using public transport.

Volunteer drivers generously offering their time and vehicles
Low cost — passengers contribute to fuel expenses only
Accessible support for those in rural or remote areas
Strengthening community connections across Thirsk

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About Thirsk

Thirsk facts

In 2021, according to the UK Census, the population of Thirsk was 5,309. Thirsk appears in the Domesday Book as Tresche — meaning "a place by the water".

Thirsk is a popular tourist destination and the home of author James Herriot (Alf Wight) and birthplace of Thomas Lord, founder of Lord's Cricket Ground.

Thirsk Racecourse facts

During 1914–1923, Thirsk Racecourse closed for the war. In 1967 the Tatterstalls and family stand were built. The Pavilion Stand was constructed in 1999.

The founder of Lord's Cricket Ground, Thomas Lord, has a restaurant at the racecourse named after him. The Chestnut Room owners and trainers structure opened in September 2018.

Accommodation in Thirsk

Situated in or just minutes from the town centre, there's a great variety of places to stay in Thirsk — from hotels and B&Bs to self-catering cottages and caravan parks.

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