Day 3: Thirsk
Day three of your Cleveland Way itinerary starts in Thirsk at the World of James Herriot. Here, you can learn all about the world-famous vet and see his fully restored home and surgery which provides a fascinating insight into life in 1940s Yorkshire. Discover where Herriot lived, worked, and wrote his books, see the car that he drove, find out what it was like to hide in a World War II air raid shelter, and try out a number of interactive games.
From Thirsk, drive 15 minutes to Osmotherley and take the three hour walk to see Mount Grace Priory and the Lady Chapel. This part of the Cleveland Way is wonderfully serene which makes it the perfect option for those seeking some peace and quiet. The best-preserved Carthusian priory in England, Mount Grace Priory gives you the chance to explore its ancient ruins and see its beautifully renovated gardens. Keep an eye out for the attraction’s resident stoats too! Time for something to eat? There’s a nice café building at Mount Grace itself, or you can opt for a meal at one of Osmotherley’s pubs: The Three Tuns, The Golden Lion, or The Queen Catherine Hotel.
Now that you’ve read our 3-day Cleveland Way itinerary, you can plan your trip to England with P&O Ferries. It takes less than two hours to drive to the Cleveland Way from our Hull port, so catching a ferry from Rotterdam offers the perfect way to start your trip. Travelling by ferry means that you can bring your car, bikes, pet, and unlimited luggage, so you can be sure that you’ll have a holiday to remember! For more walking adventures in England, head to the Discover England’s Great Walking Trails website where you’ll find a range of schedules to choose from.