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A charming market town within the blissful North York Moors National Park, Thirsk is famous for its tempting foodie hotspots, world-class racecourse and its outstanding literary and TV links. It’s also nestled close to the beautiful Yorkshire Dales, meaning it’s a fantastic place to visit all year round with friends, family and even your favourite four-legged companions. Read more

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Old Bald Peg

Last Minute Offer:Wed, 12th Aug 2026 for 7 nights, £800Save £90"Price for 2 guests sharing main bedroom, without use of second bedroom. Flexible arrival 12,13,14th with 7 night minimum. Up to 2 dogs +£25"
54.208222, -1.150177

Old Bald Peg is a cottage with a pedigree as impressive as its Thoroughbred namesake. The Victorian terraced former estate cottage has been refurbished to provide a charming holiday home sleeping four guests in two bedrooms, with two well-behaved dogs welcome by prior arrangement. Situated in the quiet village of Wass, in the North York Moors National Park, within an easy stroll of two great gastropubs and the ancient ruins of Byland Abbey and close to the market towns of Helmsley, Thirsk and the historic city of York. Other local attractions include Rievaulx Abbey, Castle Howard, Sutton Bank and the Kilburn White Horse. Explore the Cleveland Way, the North Yorkshire Heritage Coast and the wild beauty of the moors.

Weekly guide price:
£788 to £890
Short breaks from £138 per night

4  |   2  |   2  |   Enquire  |   Yes

Min nights: 3 (off peak) | 3 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Flexible

54.217548, -1.420793

Tucked beside our farmhouse, this beautifully finished two-bedroom cottage offers a peaceful country escape with a touch of luxury. French doors open onto a private patio with fire pit, perfect for relaxed evenings under Yorkshire skies. Enjoy on-site fishing lakes and scenic rural walks. Beyond the garden lies the UK’s third-largest parrot sanctuary — vibrant by day, peaceful by night — creating a truly unique stay. 

Weekly guide price:
£800 to £1000
Short breaks from £130 per night

3  |   2  |   3+  |   Enquire  |   Yes

Min nights: 2 (off peak) | 2 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Flexible

54.376341, -1.292750

There's nothing like the sheer beauty of the North York Moors to leave you feeling revitalised and in love with the world. This welcoming self-catering apartment is ideal for couples or solo adventurers who want to explore far and wide, taking in not only the majestic moors but also lakes, woodlands, rolling countryside and impressive hills leading to panoramic vistas. Cote Ghyll Holiday Apartment is part of the award-winning Cote Ghyll holiday park, only a 10-minute walk from Osmotherley village and favourite pubs such as the Red Lion and the Three Tuns. With easy access to footpaths, cycling routes, golf courses and bridleways, you can explore the national park to your heart's content.

Weekly guide price:
£537 to £912
Short breaks from £179 per night

5  |   2  |   1  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 2 (off peak) | 2 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Flexible

54.376341, -1.292750

Escape to the heart of the North York Moors and discover the perfect base for your next countryside getaway. Sleeping up to eight guests across four bedrooms, Cote Ghyll Cottage combines spacious family-friendly accommodation with everything you need for a relaxing stay. Unwind beside the log burner after a day of exploring, or keep everyone entertained in the dedicated games room or relax in the Hot Tub. Located on the edge of the picturesque village of Osmotherley, you'll find welcoming pubs, cafés and scenic walking routes right on your doorstep. Whether you're planning a family holiday, a walking break or a reunion with friends, the cottage offers the ideal balance of comfort, space and location. Guests can also enjoy access to selected facilities at the neighbouring award-winning holiday park, including the sauna and The Mill Kitchen. Surrounded by the stunning landscapes of the North York Moors National Park, Cote Ghyll Cottage is perfectly placed for exploring Yorkshire's beautiful countryside, coast and charming market towns. Your North Yorkshire adventure starts here.

Weekly guide price:
£888 to £2034

8  |   4  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 3 (off peak) | 3 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Mon/Fri

54.148960, -1.139749

Rosie's Cottage is a modern barn conversion with accommodation all on the ground floor. The comfortable holiday rental sleeps four people in two stylish ensuite bedrooms, has underfloor heating throughout, and is dog-friendly. It is in the picturesque village of Oulston in the Howardian Hills AONB. The Foss Walk footpath passes nearby, and there are lots of places to walk and ride your bike. Thirsk and Malton are only a few miles away, while York and attractions like Castle Howard are also within easy reach for days out. It's an ideal location for couples, families or friends. 

Weekly guide price:
£510 to £732

4  |   2  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 3 (off peak) | 7 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Saturday

54.203040, -1.048468

"St Gregory’s Cottage" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in York. Lying in a sheltered corner of Upper Ryedale, on the southern edge of the North York Moors National Park, Helmsley is a prestigious market town with a spacious market square surrounded by houses, hotels and shops. The area is important...

Prices from £144 per night

2  |   1  |   Yes  |   Yes  |   Yes


54.327363, -0.960648

"Norah's Nook" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 3 guests in North Yorkshire. The attractive old market town of Kirkbymoorside lies on the edge of the North York Moors National Park, in between the towns of Helmsley and Pickering. It is a charming place, full of Yorkshire character, and is the centre for the local farms...

Prices from £101 per night

3  |   1  |   Yes  |   Yes  |   Yes


54.226823, -1.513220

"Duck Lodge" is a 1 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 2 guests in North Yorkshire. This small picturesque village is situated on the banks of the River Ure, at the eastern end of Wensleydale in the midst of some of Yorkshire's most beautiful scenery. It comprises a scattering of dwellings and farmsteads, and also offers two...

Prices from £125 per night

2  |   1  |   No  |   Yes  |   Yes


54.268543, -1.196366

"Wethercote Cottage" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in North Yorkshire. Situated on the southern edge of the North York Moors National Park and set in a sheltered corner of Upper Ryedale, Helmsley is a vibrant market town with a spacious square. Surrounded by houses, hotels and shops, the town centre is a lively...

Prices from £115 per night

4  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes  |   Yes


54.151222, -0.992729

"Moorhouse Farm Cottage" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in York. Enjoy dining al fresco on the patio area in the sunshine whilst admiring the views, or snuggle around the wood burner on cooler days.. Ground Floor: Open plan living space. Living area:...

Prices from £175 per night

6  |   3  |   Yes  |   Yes  |   Yes


54.218067, -1.404547

"Chestnut Spa (Pet)" is a 1 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 2 guests in North Yorkshire. With the gateway to the North York Moors National Park to the east and Yorkshire Dales National Park to the west, the bustling town of Thirsk boasts a quaint market place, splendid Georgian buildings, and a Norman church. Here there are a...

Prices from £130 per night

2  |   1  |   Yes  |   Yes  |   No


54.249260, -1.056390

"2 Bed Cottage in Nr Helmsley" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in North Yorkshire. Additional information and rules. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog - 2 bedrooms – 1 king-size and1 double sofa bed in the second lounge - 1 bathroom with shower over bath and WC - 1 wet room - Kitchen with...

Prices from £367 per night

4  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes  |   Yes


54.218067, -1.404547

"Alder Spa (Pet)" is a 2 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 4 guests in North Yorkshire. With the gateway to the North York Moors National Park to the east and Yorkshire Dales National Park to the west, the bustling town of Thirsk boasts a quaint market place, splendid Georgian buildings, and a Norman church. Here there are a...

Prices from £157 per night

4  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes  |   No


54.247650, -1.055271

"4 Bed Cottage in Helmsley" is a 4 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 8 guests in North Yorkshire. Additional information and rules. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog - 4 bedrooms – 3 super-king-size, 1 bunk bed - 3 bathrooms – 2 en-suite bathrooms with bath, walk-in shower and WC, 1 en-suite shower...

Prices from £643 per night

8  |   4  |   No  |   Yes  |   No


54.218067, -1.404547

"Alder Spa" is a 2 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 4 guests in North Yorkshire. With the gateway to the North York Moors National Park to the east and Yorkshire Dales National Park to the west, the bustling town of Thirsk boasts a quaint market place, splendid Georgian buildings, and a Norman church. Here there are a...

Prices from £157 per night

4  |   2  |   No  |   Yes  |   No


54.393415, -1.153543

"Sheep Cote Shepherds Hut" is a 1 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 2 guests in Middlesbrough. Stokesley is an attractive, elegant, historic market town which was mentioned in the Domesday Book of 1086, with many interesting Georgian and Victorian buildings. The River Leven flows through the town and is crossed by the ancient Pack Horse...

Prices from £147 per night

2  |   1  |   No  |   Yes  |   Yes


54.218067, -1.404547

"Oak Waterside Spa" is a 3 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 6 guests in North Yorkshire. With the gateway to the North York Moors National Park to the east and Yorkshire Dales National Park to the west, the bustling town of Thirsk boasts a quaint market place, splendid Georgian buildings, and a Norman church. Here there are a...

Prices from £237 per night

6  |   3  |   No  |   Yes  |   No


54.201098, -1.109663

"The Old Post Office" is a 5 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 10 guests in York. The unspoiled village of Ampleforth, which is home to a few old homes, two pubs, a tearoom, and the neighbourhood store, is situated on the edge of the North York Moors National Park. There are several excellent restaurants nearby, and the...

Prices from £302 per night

10  |   5  |   No  |   Yes  |   Yes


54.306847, -1.185553

"Todd's Pasture" is a 4 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 8 guests in York. Sleeping 8 with all bedrooms boasting en-suite facilities, this beautiful, detached farmhouse is just perfect for a family gathering or group of friends holidaying together.. 10 steps to entrance (with alternative level access). Ground...

Prices from £951 per night

8  |   4  |   Yes  |   Yes  |   Yes


54.229577, -1.009820

"Foxglove Cottage" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in York. Beadlam is a lovely village situated in the Ryedale district of North Yorkshire, resting on the edge of the North York Moors National Park, home to a farm shop and tea room, a local pub and a fish and chip shop. Helmsley market town is nearby...

Prices from £176 per night

2  |   1  |   Yes  |   Yes  |   Yes


54.103506, -1.202358

"Providence Court" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in York. This small, historic market town lies within the Vale of York between the City and the Hambleton Hills, on the edge of the North York Moors National Park. Picturesque and peaceful, it is a perfect introduction to Herriot Country. The town's...

Prices from £178 per night

2  |   1  |   No  |   Yes  |   Yes


54.131320, -1.433570

"2 Bed Cottage in Marton Le Moor" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in North Yorkshire. Additional information and rules. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog - 2 bedrooms: 1 king-size bedroom, 1 twin bedroom - 2 bathrooms: 1 en-suite bathroom with shower over the bath and WC, 1 en-suite shower...

Prices from £344 per night

4  |   2  |   No  |   Yes  |   Yes


54.224590, -1.513820

"Thistle Cottage - UK50967" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in North Yorkshire. Thistle Cottage is a charming barn conversion offering modern comfort and rustic warmth, with serene field views, spacious interiors, and elegant touches throughout, creating an ideal countryside escape for couples seeking tranquillity and...

Prices from £184 per night

2  |   1  |   Yes  |   Yes  |   Yes


54.369003, -1.303413

"The Boiler House" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in North Yorkshire. On the route of the Cleveland Way, this holiday property sits on the cusp of the Moors and three pubs serving quality local produce are a short walk away.. Ground Floor: Open plan living...

Prices from £164 per night

2  |   1  |   Yes  |   Yes  |   Yes


54.218067, -1.404547

"Birch Waterside Spa" is a 2 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 4 guests in North Yorkshire. With the gateway to the North York Moors National Park to the east and Yorkshire Dales National Park to the west, the bustling town of Thirsk boasts a quaint market place, splendid Georgian buildings, and a Norman church. Here there are a...

Prices from £207 per night

4  |   2  |   No  |   Yes  |   No


54.164579, -1.209705

"The Hayloft" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 3 guests in York. The village of Husthwaite is a perfect introduction to "Herriot Country", with an old Norman church, many fine old houses and an active village hall hosting many events throughout the year. The nearby White Horse of Kilburn is a prominent local...

Prices from £200 per night

3  |   2  |   No  |   Yes  |   Yes


54.317600, -1.453200

"The Hornby - UKC9282" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 3 guests in North Yorkshire. Enjoy the serenity of rural North Yorkshire from the Luxurious Hornby Pod.. All on the Ground Floor: Open plan living space. Living area: Underfloor Heating, Sofa Bed...

Prices from £200 per night

3  |   1  |   No  |   Yes  |   Yes


54.344720, -1.066217

"The Old Back Kitchen at Bonfield Ghyll Farm" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in North Yorkshire. Perfect rural idyll with simple homemade hot tub and dog friendly. Perfect for a break away. Packed with character and original features.. Ground Floor: Living/dining room: Freeview TV,...

Prices from £175 per night

2  |   1  |   Yes  |   Yes  |   No


54.222348, -1.304281

"3 Bed Cottage in Thirsk" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in North Yorkshire. Additional information and rules. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog3 bedrooms - 1 king-size, 1 double and 1 twin room 2 bathrooms -(both new from 2026)* 1 shower room and WC, 1 bathroom with bath, shower...

Prices from £391 per night

6  |   3  |   Yes  |   Yes  |   Yes


Where to stay in Thirsk

Those in search of holiday cottages in the North York Moors will have lots to choose from in and around Thirsk. Discover luxury self-catering accommodation with views over the Yorkshire Moors and beyond. Alternatively, we have plenty of large holiday homes ideal for groups featuring private parking, free WiFi and secure gardens. You’ll even spot a few more unusual stays in our Thirsk collection, from cosy lodges and authentic log cabins to splendid historical properties!

Whether you’re craving an adventure, want to bring your favourite stories to life or you’re keen to learn more about the past at the likes of Sutton Bank, Thirsk really does have something for everyone. You could also enjoy laidback days in picture-perfect nearby market towns and villages. Plus, with our huge selection of self-catering holiday accommodation options in Thirsk, you’re sure to find something to suit you.

Best things to do in Thirsk

Take it easy and enjoy market town life or head into the nearby countryside. Either way, you won’t get bored in Thirsk.

  • Thirsk Racecourse: Feeling lucky? Renowned in the horse racing scene all over the world, a day at the races is ideal for big group get-togethers.
  • The World of James Herriot: Discover everything there is to know about the writer of All Creatures Great and Small, including why he was inspired by Thirsk.
  • Sutton Bank National Park Centre: Hiking, cycling, mountain biking; you can do it all here — plus your furry friends are invited, too.
  • Thirsk Birds of Prey Centre: Yorkshire is home to several species of birds and this activity gives you the chance to see them up close and personal.
  • Fountains Abbey: One of the largest preserved monasteries in the UK, here you’ll find plenty of walking routes to explore (some of which are dog-friendly).

How to get to Thirsk

Travelling to Thirsk from one of the major cities in the UK? We’ve rounded up the average distances by car, so you can factor in your journey time.

London: 225 miles

Birmingham: 148 miles

Glasgow: 195 miles

Liverpool: 116 miles

Bristol: 237 miles

Manchester: 88 miles

Leeds: 44 miles

Edinburgh: 180 miles

Newcastle: 63 miles

More locations in the North York Moors

North Yorkshire has firmly positioned itself as one of the most popular holiday destinations in the UK. With so much to offer, it’s hard to know where to start! Here we list a few of our top staycation spots: