Sat 3 May 2025

Thirsk Walking Tour, Start at Thirsk's Information Centre YO7 1EY. The Thirsk through the ages tour which lasts about 1½ hours. Why did the maidens of Thirsk wash their faces in dew on May Day? How might the Market Place have looked in 1145? See where the Hermit of Thirsk lived. Hear about the surprising Thirsk link to Lord Horatio Nelson’s amputation. See where the strange ancient 7ft skeleton was found. Look at the rare wooden cobbles over 200 years old. View the remains of the canal that never was and what lies beneath. 11am, and please wear sensible shoes. No fixed price but donations gratefully received. tel: 07467 696486 tickets: email or just turn up email: ThirskWalkingTours@gmail.com