Welcome to the wonderful world of Skeldale House: the welcoming veterinary surgery and bustling waiting room for the locals of Darrowby village and their animals. In this exclusive behind-the-scenes book, go through the doors of the famous 1930s practice and discover the real-life inspirations for the remake of All Creatures Great & Small. Offering exclusive insight into the making of the show, and paying homage to its impressive heritage, including Herriot’s bestselling memoirs and the long-running series, but also to the incredible backdrop of the Yorkshire Dales, this book is the ultimate celebration of a cast of characters – human and animals – who have been bringing us joy for over 50 years. You will also get to know everyone from the veterinary advisor, hair and make-up stylists, the director Brian Percival (Downton Abbey), the production team and the actors themselves, including Nicholas Ralph, Samuel West and Anna Madeley, and learn about their adventures on- and off-screen as they went about evoking the authentic experience of the house and it’s unforgettable setting.