Located in the heart of Thirsk is the restored cobbled market square with its glorious clock tower dating from 1896. There are a multitude of specialty shops, boutiques, and quality restaurants around the square. It also hosts a large open air market which is held every Monday and Saturday. Standing majestically within close vicinity to holiday cottages in Thirsk is the 15th century old Church of St. Mary's, which is renowned for its great architectural style. The museum of Thirsk is located in an old house where Thomas Lord, founder of Lord’s Cricket Ground was born in 1975. Here you will find eight rooms steeped in local history, including the infamous Busby Stoop Chair. One of the major attractions of the town is it Race course, which is a thoroughbred horse racing venue in the North Yorkshire area. For art lovers, Zillah Bell Gallery is one of the best kept secrets in the town. Over the years, the gallery has earned a great reputation as a place to view and purchase a wide range of works by local, national and international artists. Thirsk serves a gateway to the Yorkshire Dales National Park to the west and the North York Moors National Park to the east. It also serve the perfect base for exploring the nearby towns of York, Boltby, Cowesby, Coxwold and Kepwick.

The town of Thirsk has numerous restaurants and bars, most of which are clustered around the main market square. There are several specialty restaurants in the town which are tucked in the quiet and peaceful environs of Thirsk holiday homes and cottages. The food served in these fine gastronomic establishments ranges from sumptuous breakfast to lavish full course meal, which comprises of mouthwatering seafood and a wide array of international delicacies and desserts. Get yourself treated to unlimited beer and a variety of divine drinks at the well stocked pubs of Thirsk, which also serve a handful of old traditional dishes of the town.