Traditional county: North Yorkshire · Region: Yorkshire and the Humber
Explore Thirsk, North Yorkshire with this interactive street and satellite map. You can “grab” the Thirsk map and move it around to re-centre it. You can change between standard map view and satellite map view by clicking the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. You can use the zoom buttons on the lower right side of the map to zoom in or out to street-level detail. You will find live weather, local and world news below.
This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Thirsk, North Yorkshire, England. Use the Map and Satellite buttons above to switch between street map and aerial imagery views. Use the + and − buttons to zoom in or out, or scroll your mouse wheel while holding the Control key to zoom. On a touchscreen, use a two-finger pinch gesture to zoom in and out.
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Drag the map to pan to any area of North Yorkshire or beyond. Switch to Satellite view to see high-resolution aerial photography of Thirsk and surrounding areas, including streets, buildings, parks and waterways.
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| Place | Thirsk |
| Traditional County | North Yorkshire |
| Region | Yorkshire and the Humber |
| Country | England, United Kingdom |
| Latitude | 54.232473 |
| Longitude | -1.342854 |
| Place Type | Town |
The rolling Hambleton Hills provide a picturesque backdrop to Thirsk, a market town with a rich agricultural heritage. It lies 13.5 km south-south-east of Northallerton (from Northallerton: bearing 154°T, OS grid SE 429 820), and is situated north of Sowerby village. Historically, Thirsk served as a vital market centre for the surrounding farming communities, a role it continues to fulfil today with its bustling market place. The local economy remains strongly tied to agriculture, with livestock sales and farming produce forming a significant part of its commercial life, complemented by a growing tourism sector drawn to the area's natural beauty and historic charm. Thirsk is perhaps most famously associated with the celebrated veterinarian and author James Herriot, whose real-life stories captured the heart of rural Yorkshire. Visitors can explore The World of James Herriot, a museum dedicated to his life and work, housed in his former veterinary practice. The town’s market square, a focal point for community life, often hosts events and remains a vibrant hub. Nearby, the ruins of Byland Abbey offer a glimpse into the region’s monastic past, while the stunning landscapes of the North York Moors National Park are within easy reach, providing ample opportunities for outdoor pursuits.
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Explore Thirsk, North Yorkshire, with an embedded street and satellite map - switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 54.232473, -1.342854. Live weather conditions and 7-day forecasts are provided through Open-Meteo, while real-time local and world news feeds help keep the page current. Wikipedia and editorial summaries provide additional local information and context.
Location data is sourced from OS Open Names © Crown copyright and database rights 2024, Ordnance Survey, Open Government Licence v3.0, and verified by coordinates.
| Page built | August 2026 |
| Location data | OS Open Names © Crown copyright and database rights 2024. Ordnance Survey. Open Government Licence v3.0. |
| County data | Traditional county boundaries. Modern unitary authority: OS Open Names / ONS Geography. |
| Coordinates | WGS84 decimal degrees derived from OS National Grid (OSGB36) |
| Wikipedia validation | Article content matched by Wikipedia category membership (e.g. “Villages in Derbyshire”) and name verification against OS Open Names data. |