The tourist era in this area was underway by the early 1900s and in 1907, Thornton-le-Dale was named Yorkshire's Prettiest Village in a newspaper poll; it remains popular with tourists.
Such visitors fuel the economy, with many visiting the very quaint village with its ancient market cross, stocks on the small village green and small beck (stream).
There are several cafes and pubs, as well as a seasonal tea room and many shops.
Nearby, Dalby Forest offers paths for walking, cycling and nature-watching.
The Information Point can provide visitors with a pamphlet providing specifics as to other walks from the village, including one to the tiny hamlet of Ellerburn.

One of the few specific attractions of note in the immediate area, the Motor Museum, exhibits a collection of classic and vintage cars (1918-1976) owned by D. T. Mathewson.
Occasionally, an auction of cars is held.
Another attraction,  Go Ape Dalby, provides zip lining opportunities in the Dalby Forest.
The North Yorkshire Moors Railway in nearby Pickering offers rides on a steam or heritage diesel train on one of the historic lines in the area and the Beck Isle Museum features displays of historic sets and objects.

Stage Three of the 2018 Tour de Yorkshire started in Richmond and finished in Scarborough.
The cyclists travelled through Thornton-le-Dale.
The tourist era in this area was underway by the early 1900s and in 1907, Thornton-le-Dale was named Yorkshire's Prettiest Village in a newspaper poll; it remains popular with tourists. Such visitors fuel the economy, with many visiting the very quaint village with its ancient market cross, stocks on the small village green and small beck (stream). There are several cafes and pubs, as well as a seasonal tea room and many shops. Nearby, Dalby Forest offers paths for walking, cycling and nature-watching. The Information Point can provide visitors with a pamphlet providing specifics as to other walks from the village, including one to the tiny hamlet of Ellerburn.
One of the few specific attractions of note in the immediate area, the Motor Museum, exhibits a collection of classic and vintage cars (1918-1976) owned by D. T. Mathewson. Occasionally, an auction of cars is held. Another attraction,  Go Ape Dalby, provides zip lining opportunities in the Dalby Forest. The North Yorkshire Moors Railway in nearby Pickering offers rides on a steam or heritage diesel train on one of the historic lines in the area and the Beck Isle Museum features displays of historic sets and objects.
Stage Three of the 2018 Tour de Yorkshire started in Richmond and finished in Scarborough. The cyclists travelled through Thornton-le-Dale.
Thornton-le-Dale