Visitor guide • Thirsk, North Yorkshire

Local destinations: where to get picked up in Thirsk

A practical reference for popular drop-offs and pickups — with suggested meeting points, postcodes and booking tips. Always confirm the exact pickup location with your chosen operator.

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Independent information. We do not take bookings. For time-critical journeys, pre-book and confirm availability.

Taxi rank & routes

Town centre pickups

Time-critical trips

Key destinations and meeting points Use these as a starting point. For busy days or evening travel, pre-book and agree a clear pickup point.

Thirsk Market Place (Town Centre)

The town centre hub. The main taxi rank is in the Market Place near the Clock. If you are meeting in the centre, agree a clear landmark (e.g., by the Clock / a specific venue entrance).

Best for: town centre pickups, shopping, evenings
Pickup tip: agree a landmark to avoid delays

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Thirsk Railway Station (Carlton Miniott)

The station is outside the town centre (Carlton Miniott). There may not be taxis waiting at the station. If you need a pickup, pre-book or phone a local firm before arrival.

Best for: arrivals with luggage, late-night trains, early departures
Pickup tip: pre-book and confirm the exact pickup point

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Thirsk Racecourse

A major local demand driver on race days and events. Plan ahead for travel before and after meetings, when demand can peak.

Sat nav postcode: YO7 1QL
Pickup tip: pre-book and agree a specific gate/meeting point

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World of James Herriot

A central Thirsk visitor attraction located at 23 Kirkgate. Useful for visitor pickups and drop-offs.

Address: 23 Kirkgate, Thirsk
Pickup tip: agree the entrance point on Kirkgate

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Rural Arts (The Courthouse)

A community arts centre and venue in Thirsk with performances and evening events. If you are travelling after a show, pre-book a pickup time.

Address: The Old Courthouse, 4 Westgate, Thirsk, YO7 1QS
Pickup tip: pre-book for events finishing times

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Nearby days out (by taxi)

Longer journeys and rural destinations are often possible by arrangement. Confirm pricing and return pickup options before you travel.

Monk Park Farm (Bagby): Sat nav YO7 2AG
Sutton Bank National Park Centre: Sutton Bank, Thirsk, YO7 2EH

Monk Park Farm (Maps) Sutton Bank (Maps)

Practical booking tips for destinations Simple steps that reduce missed pickups and delays.

Agree a specific pickup point

“Town centre” and “Market Place” can be too vague at peak times. Pick a landmark or entrance and share it with the operator.

Use postcodes where possible

For rural locations and venues outside the centre, a postcode is the quickest way to avoid confusion.

Pre-book for event finishes

If a venue ends at a predictable time (race day, cinema, performances), pre-book to reduce wait risk.

Need a taxi now? Go to Taxi numbers to call an operator.

More Answers to common “where do I get picked up?” questions.

Where is the main taxi rank in Thirsk?

The main taxi rank is in Thirsk Market Place (Market Square), near the Clock. Availability varies by time and day.

Will there be taxis waiting at Thirsk Railway Station?

There may not be taxis waiting at the station. If you need a pickup, pre-book or phone a local firm before arrival.

What should I do for race day travel?

Pre-book well ahead. Demand is typically higher around Thirsk Racecourse before and after events, and pickups can be slower at peak times.

What information helps a driver find me quickly?

Provide a postcode where possible, a clear pickup point (e.g., a hotel entrance), and a contact number. In the town centre, agree a landmark in advance.

Do taxis cover nearby villages and attractions?

Most operators cover surrounding villages and common local destinations, but coverage and availability vary. Use the taxi numbers page to confirm your pickup location and time.