Location 01Grassington
North Yorkshire, Grassington Free to see
Filmed here: Darrowby village, market square, various shop fronts and streets for multiple episodes
Grassington doubles as Darrowby village, with its market square, shop fronts and streets transformed for multiple episodes. Visitors can walk the cobbled market town and see many businesses that were dressed for filming. The town retains period charm and is a popular tourist spot. Public access is free, and the square and side streets are easy to explore on foot. Look for the shopfronts that appear in the series, though some change between seasons.
Location 02The Devonshire
North Yorkshire, Grassington Free to see
Filmed here: Exterior of The Drovers Arms pub
The Devonshire, a traditional inn on Main Street in Grassington, provided the exterior of The Drovers Arms pub. It is open to the public as a pub and hotel, so visitors can stop for a drink or meal. During production the inn also served cast and crew. Its stone front and signage appear in many village scenes. No ticket is needed to enter the pub, though booking a room or table is advisable in busy periods.
Location 03Private residence (Skeldale House exterior)
North Yorkshire, Grassington Private property
Filmed here: Skeldale House exterior
A private home in Grassington stands in for the exterior of Skeldale House, the veterinary practice and residence. The building is not open to the public, but its front can be viewed from the street. Interiors were filmed in a studio, so the real house only appears in exterior shots. Visitors should respect the residents' privacy and keep to the pavement. The door and facade are recognisable from the series.
Location 04Broughton Hall
North Yorkshire, Broughton Ticketed
Filmed here: Mrs Pumphrey's house (seasons 1+)
Broughton Hall, a Grade I listed Georgian estate near Broughton, doubled as Mrs Pumphrey's house from season one onward. The estate is open to visitors on a ticketed basis, with events, a spa and a bistro. Outdoor shots used the grounds, while the house itself appears in exterior scenes. Visitors can book estate access or attend an event. The hall has been owned by the same family for 900 years.
Location 05Green Dragon Inn
North Yorkshire, Hardraw Free to see
Filmed here: Interior of The Drovers Arms
The Green Dragon Inn in Hardraw, a 13th-century pub, provided the interior of The Drovers Arms. It is open to the public for meals and stays, so visitors can sit inside the space seen on screen. Hardraw Force waterfall is nearby, adding a scenic stop. The inn's old beams and stone walls match the period setting. No ticket is needed to enter, but booking ahead is wise for food or rooms.
Location 06Malham Lings
North Yorkshire, Malham Free to see
Filmed here: Opening countryside fields; James arrives by bus and walks toward Darrowby
Malham Lings, near Malham, supplied the opening countryside fields where James Herriot arrives by bus and walks toward Darrowby. The limestone scenery sits within Yorkshire Dales National Park and is open to the public. Hikers can follow footpaths across the open land, though the exact field may be hard to pinpoint. The area offers wide views and a sense of the empty Dales landscape seen in the first episode.
Location 07Yockenthwaite Farm
North Yorkshire, Yockenthwaite Outside only
Filmed here: Alderson family farm (Heston Grange)
Yockenthwaite Farm in Langstrothdale served as the Alderson family farm, Heston Grange. It is a working farm, so only exteriors are available to view. Visitors can see the farm buildings from public roads or footpaths, but should not enter private land. The remote valley setting matches the series' rural atmosphere. No visitor facilities exist on site, and access is limited to exterior views.
Location 08Barden Bridge
North Yorkshire, Bolton Abbey Free to see
Filmed here: Bridge scenes
Barden Bridge, on the Bolton Abbey Estate, appears in bridge scenes. The stone crossing spans the River Wharfe and is open to the public. Visitors can walk across the bridge and along the riverbank. The estate charges for parking in some areas, but the bridge itself is free to cross. Its arches and surrounding woodland create a classic Yorkshire Dales backdrop used in the series.
Location 09Oakworth Station, Keighley and Worth Valley Railway
West Yorkshire, Oakworth Ticketed
Filmed here: Period railway station scenes
Oakworth Station, on the Keighley and Worth Valley Railway, provided period railway station scenes. The heritage steam railway operates as a visitor attraction with ticketed rides. The station retains its vintage look, with signage and platform details matching the 1930s setting. Visitors can buy tickets for train journeys or simply view the station from the platform. Check opening days before travelling.
