This tour is perfect for any fan of Downton Abbey as it not only stops at the stunning Highclere Castle and the filming location of Downton VIllage but also stops for lunch in a charming country pub! Starting and finishing at your London hotel or selected pick-up point, the tour makes it easy for you to explore the world of Downton Abbey as well as the history and filming experiences of the locations that you will visit.
Led by an expert guide with years of experience in delivering Downton Abbey tours and who is also incredibly passionate about the series, all of your questions will be answered by the time you return to London. While on tour, you will also learn some behind-the-scenes secrets of how the series was filmed and, if you are lucky, meet some of the people who live in the places Downton Abbey also calls home.
The cost of lunch is not included in the tour as this gives you the chance to select your own meal choice from the pub's delicious menu.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Entry to Highclere Castle (including House, and Grounds)
✖ Gratuities
✖ Lunch
✖ Alcoholic Beverages
✖ Coffee and/or Tea
Pickup Locations
1. Zedwell Piccadilly Circus
2. The Hoxton, Holborn
3. The Langham, London
4. Cherry Court Hotel
5. Avonmore Hotel
6. Claridge's
7. Clifton Lodge Apartments
8. ME London
9. Howard Winchester Hotel
10. Grosvenor House Suites
11. hub by Premier Inn London Westminster Abbey hotel
12. Hilton London Bankside
13. Marne Hotel
14. 10 Aarden Hotel
15. Flemings Mayfair
16. Holly House Hotel
17. Curzon Residences
18. The Fox Club Mayfair
19. Holiday Inn London - Regent's Park, an IHG hotel
20. The Bloomsbury Hotel
Additional Info: We will collect travellers from any central London (TFL fare zone 1) location. Please wait for us outside of the pick-up location.
Travel will be via London Black Cab, with a dedicated driver, and guide.
Itinerary
1
Bampton
Bampton is Downton Village!
Seen throughout the 6 series and 1 film of Downton Abbey, many of us can walk through Bampton's filming locations with our eyes closed, thanks to how many times we have seen our favourite characters walk its streets. Home to the village hospital (in reality, the local library and a visitor centre which we will visit as part of the tour), the local church (where Lady Mary marries both Matthew, and Henry Talbot, and where Edith is both jilted at the altar and marries the man of her dreams - Bertie Pelham), Crawley house where Matthew and his mother Isabell live, and of course the Grantham Arms and Dog and Duck Pubs - which are actually private, not public houses - Bampton is a place like no other.
While in the village your guide will tell you all about the filming for Downton Abbey, how the local community has responded with being constantly flooded with tourist from across the world and will assist you in taking as many Downton themed photos as you can.
Duration: 60 minutes
2
Our lunch stop will be the famous Trout at Tadpole Bridge. This award-winning Pub and restaurant is not to be missed. While the menu changes to match the season, traditional dishes such as fish and chips, bangers and mash, and various pies are usually on the menu.
Whilst here why not try one of the local beers, or try an English Wine?
Are you not ready for food or want to eat later? That is no problem. We can skip the Troat and head to the Carnarvon Arms, approximately 5-minute drive from Highclere Castle. All we ask is that you let us know which you would prefer at the time of booking.
Duration: 60 minutes
3
Highclere Castle
Highclere Castle is famous throughout the world as the real Downton Abbey. Used as one of the filming locations for the hit TV series and film, this gorgeous stately home is a must-see for any fan of the series, or anyone who is interested in exploring one of the most beautiful stately homes in England. Currently home to the 8th Earl of Carnarvon and his family, the house is open for a limited period every year throughout the spring and summer. Upon arrival at Highclere, your guide will secure your entry to the House, Grounds. Once inside the house, you will be able to view the rooms on the ground floor, and first-floor levels all of which are seen in Downton Abbey. Finally, you will have time to explore the stunning grounds before returning home.
Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Additional info
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• The journey from London to Cogges Farm is approximatley 90 minutes
• The journey from Bampton to Highclere is approximatley 1 hour.
• The journey back to London from Highclere is approximatley 90 minutes.
