“The World of James Herriot – Opening Easter 1999” Vintage Promotional Poster Print

Description

Description:
This is an original 1999 promotional print advertising the launch of “The World of James Herriot” in Thirsk, North Yorkshire, opening Easter 1999. This beautifully designed leaflet-style poster was distributed to promote the new visitor attraction dedicated to Alf Wight, the real-life country vet who wrote under the name James Herriot.

The attraction invites fans and visitors to:

• Visit the actual surgery where Herriot lived and practiced.

• Explore his life through personal stories, veterinary tools, and manuscripts.

• Walk through recreated TV sets from the hit BBC series All Creatures Great and Small.

• Discover fascinating veterinary science displays from the past, present, and future.

The print features photos of Alf Wight and actor Christopher Timothy, who portrayed Herriot on screen, alongside a soft illustration of a 1940s-style kitchen and vet surgery interior. Produced by the Hambleton District Council, this promotional piece aimed to celebrate Herriot’s literary legacy and his enduring popularity in British cultural history.

Professionally mounted on black cardboard, the print measures approximately 25 x 20 cm (9.8 x 7.9 inches), making it a superb piece for collectors of literary memorabilia, veterinary history, or British countryside nostalgia. While the artist is uncredited, the artwork and layout reflect late-1990s tourism marketing design.

Condition Note:
This is a genuine vintage promotional print from 1999. As such, it may display typical signs of age including light surface marks, faint edge wear, or slight fading—each contributing to its authentic character.