About Thirsk

Thirsk is a North Yorkshire market town positioned between the Dales and North York Moors, easily reached from Junction 49 of the A1(M) via the A168. The A61 runs through the town center connecting Leeds with Ripon, whilst the A170 heads east toward Scarborough. With over 30 fast EV charging points available, it's become a popular stopping point for electric vehicle drivers. The town is famous as the birthplace of James Herriot, and his former veterinary practice at 23 Kirkgate now operates as a museum.

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Thirsk is in England, at 54.233, -1.344 - about 9 km south-west of Kirby Knowle.

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