Racing in Thirsk. Thirsk Racecourse, Station Rd YO7 1QL. Ladies Day, the season's most awaited race meet! Why not upgrade your experience with our exceptional hospitality options and make it a day to remember. Gates open11.00am, First Race 2.20pm, Last Race 5.45pm. From £18, Family £25, Seniors £12, Child (0-17) Free. For more information click ...

Repair Your Stuff. Thirsk Library, Meadowfields, Chapel St YO7 1TH. Be greener by avoiding waste and save money by letting a team of dedicated and talented volunteers try to repair your broken or “worn-out” items; cost is a voluntary donation. For further details or if you would like to volunteer, please email. 10am-1pm, last customer 12.30pm. Free, ...

Residents' Day. Thirsk Hall, Kirkgate YO7 1PL. Free Sculpture Garden entry to all visitors with a Y07 postcode. 11am - 3.30pm. No need to book in advance. For more information click here

James Herriot Walking Tour, World of James Herriot, Kirkgate, Thirsk YO7 1P. Beginning at the World of James Herriot, the tour will guide participants through key locations in Thirsk that inspired Herriot’s beloved All Creatures Great and Small books, films, and television series. 12noon. £13.70 including museum entry. For more information click ...

Best of British Quiz. Thirsk & Sowerby Institute. Fun Quiz in aid of Thirsk Christmas Lights. Teams of 6 people. 7pm. £2 per person (includes Raffle Ticket). For more information click here

A Brush With Colour. Sowerby Parochial Hall, Thirsk YO7 1JG. A Floral Demonstration by Kay Ford for Sowerby Flower Club. 2pm. £8 inc. Tea and Biscuits. For more information click here

The Gemma Gates Trio. Rural Arts, The Courthouse,4 Westgate, Thirsk YO7 1QS. Irish-born singer-songwriter, Gemma Gates’ songwriting explores alternative perspectives on the folk traditions of her birthplace. With influences from artists like Laura Marling and the Staves, expect bold melodies, rich harmonies and personal lyricism. For more information ...

Organ Concert. St Mary’s Church, Thirsk. YO7 1PR. Concert including popular organ music. Come and listen in the beautiful surroundings of St Mary’s. Free entry with retiring collection; refreshments available after the concert. 12.15 to 13.00. For more information click here