Private Ted Lasso Filming Locations Tour

Richmond brings the show to life. This private half-day walk combines Ted Lasso filming locations with the handsome riverside town that made such a convincing home for AFC Richmond. I especially like the one-to-one feel with guide Richard, and the chance to stop at The Prince’s Head, the pub known on screen as the Crown & Anchor, for a drink or lunch at your own cost. The main consideration is price: at $213.59 per person, this makes the most sense for serious fans or small groups who value personal attention.

The tour also gives you something a standard screen-location outing often misses: useful local context. Richard adds stories about Richmond, Tudor-era history, the cast, and the making of the series. You should also expect a fair amount of walking and a Tube trip from central London, so wear comfortable shoes and bring a contactless bank card.

Key points at a glance

• Private attention from Richard: Your group has the guide to itself, with plenty of time for questions, photos, and episode talk.
• Richmond Riverside and Green: Walk through the real streets, park, and river setting used repeatedly in the series.
• The Prince’s Head pub: Stop at the show’s principal pub location for a drink or lunch if a table is available.
• On-screen photos help: Richard uses matching images from the show to show you exactly where scenes were filmed.
• Tube travel is included: You are escorted on the London Underground between Victoria and Richmond.
• A good half-day outing: The tour runs about three to four hours, with free time afterward to eat, shop, or explore Richmond.

Why Richmond makes such a good Ted Lasso setting

The appeal of this experience is not limited to spotting familiar doorways. Richmond has a compact, polished town center, a riverside path, an open green, and traditional streets that give the show its warm English feel.

That matters because the locations do not sit in one artificial studio complex. You are moving through a real community, with locals playing football on Richmond Green, shops along pretty lanes, and the Thames nearby. The Ted Lasso connection becomes an extra layer rather than the whole point of the visit.

I like that balance. If you love the show, you get the pleasure of recognizing locations. If someone in your group is less committed to AFC Richmond, the town itself still gives the outing value.

Richard’s guiding style also seems well suited to this setting. He does not simply point at a building and move on. He uses images from particular scenes, explains how the location appeared on screen, and adds stories about the actors and the town. That visual comparison can make a big difference, especially when a location looks ordinary without its television framing.

Meeting near Victoria and taking the Tube to Richmond

The tour begins near Victoria Station, at The Shakespeare and Platform 2299 on Buckingham Palace Road. The stated meeting address is 2299 Buckingham Palace Road, London SW1W 0RP, so check your confirmation carefully and allow a little time to find the meeting spot.

From there, Richard escorts your group on the London Underground toward Richmond. The Underground journey is part of the guided experience, not something you have to figure out alone. Several people appreciated Richard’s help with using the Tube, which is useful if you are still learning London’s tap-in and tap-out system.

You need a contactless debit or credit card for the Underground. That cost is not included in the tour price, and you must tap in and out properly. A card or payment method that works with London’s contactless system will keep this part simple.

The public transport element has two advantages. First, it connects a central London starting point with a town well outside the usual Westminster sightseeing circuit. Second, Richard can help you get your bearings before the walking begins.

The tradeoff is that your three to four hours include transport time. This is not a nonstop parade of filming sites. It is a guided excursion from central London into southwest London, with the Tube ride forming part of the story.

Richmond Riverside: the show’s open-air backdrop

The first major area is Richmond-upon-Thames, followed by the riverside path. You walk along Richmond Riverside for about 20 minutes, following routes used as the backdrop for scenes involving Ted and other characters.

This is one of the tour’s strongest sections because the setting gives you more than a quick photo. The riverside helps explain why Richmond was chosen for the show. The water, walking path, old town surroundings, and relaxed pace create the gentle atmosphere that appears throughout Ted Lasso.

Bring a camera, but also give yourself time to look around. This is a place where the real setting matters as much as the television reference. Richard can show you the screen image and then let you compare it with the view in front of you.

The walking is generally part of the fun, but you should not expect a ride between each stop. The route includes outdoor paths and town streets. One particularly thoughtful detail is Richard’s attention to the physical needs of his group. If you have mobility concerns, mention them when booking so the guide can understand what you need.

Richmond Green and Ted’s football moment

Richmond Green is an open park in the middle of town. The tour spends about 10 minutes here, visiting the place where Ted encourages a young girl during a kickabout.

The stop is short, but it connects nicely with the show’s central idea: football is often a doorway into conversation, confidence, and community. You are not only seeing a pretty patch of grass. You are standing where one of Ted’s small acts of encouragement took place.

The green also helps you understand the town’s everyday character. Locals use it for football and recreation, and its position puts you close to other key locations, including Ted’s apartment area and the pub.

This is a good place for episode memories and photographs. Richard’s matching images are especially useful here because an open park can be hard to identify from a single frame. You can stand in the setting, look at the reference photo, and see how the production used the space.

The Prince’s Head, the show’s famous pub

The Prince’s Head is one of the tour’s principal stops. On screen, it appears as Ted’s local pub, the Crown & Anchor, and it is tied to some of the show’s best-known scenes, including the darts match with Rupert.

The planned stop lasts about 30 minutes. If a table is available, you can go inside for a drink or lunch. Food and drinks cost extra, and the stop is subject to availability, so you should not treat the meal as guaranteed.

That uncertainty is worth understanding before you book. The pub visit is a highlight when the timing works, but the tour can still go ahead if seating is unavailable. You may want to keep your schedule flexible rather than planning an important meal immediately afterward.

I like the option because it gives the tour a social pause. Instead of viewing every location from the pavement, you may sit inside the actual pub used by the production and connect the setting with the characters’ conversations. It also gives you a chance to ask Richard about the show in a more relaxed setting.

Several people chose to stay in Richmond for lunch or dinner after the official tour. That is sensible. The town has shops and places to eat, and the tour only gives you a brief taste of the area. If your schedule permits, plan an extra hour or two after the guided portion.

One Paved Court and Ted’s apartment location

One Paved Court is associated with Ted’s apartment. The tour spends about 15 minutes here, also taking in the narrow lanes and attractive streets used heavily in the show.

This stop is a good example of why a guide adds value. An apartment exterior or alley may not mean much until you know which scenes were filmed there. Richard’s photographs help connect the real view with the show, and his explanations can remind you of the actors’ movements and the scene setup.

The nearby lanes also have small shops, including places selling Ted Lasso-related items. The tour does not promise shopping time, so do not count on a long browse, but you may find a souvenir opportunity along the way.

Because this is a lived-in area, be respectful when taking photographs. The experience focuses on public streets and recognizable exteriors, not on entering private homes or restricted spaces.

The return to Victoria or Westminster

At the end, Richard escorts you back toward Victoria Station, with Westminster available as a preferred return point. The stated itinerary allows about 30 minutes for the return journey.

This is helpful if you are not comfortable navigating the Tube alone, or if you want to ask for general London transport tips. It also means you finish where the tour began rather than having to solve your own route back.

The return arrangement can shape your afternoon. If you plan to visit Westminster, confirm that option with the provider. Otherwise, expect to return to the Victoria area and continue from there.

What the private format adds

A private tour means only your own group participates. That changes the rhythm in useful ways. You can ask about a favorite episode, pause for another photograph, or spend more time on a location that matters to you without waiting for a large crowd.

It also lets Richard adjust his conversation. He can focus on cast details, filming information, Richmond’s past, Tube advice, or all of the above. The strongest praise for the experience centers on this personal, flexible approach.

A private guide can also watch the group’s pace. Richard has been praised for clear communication before the tour and for being attentive to physical limitations. That does not remove the need for walking, but it suggests a more considerate experience than a rigid group schedule.

The limitation is cost. At $213.59 per person, the tour is not a bargain if you only want a few quick photographs. Its value improves when you are sharing the cost with a private group, want detailed guidance, or would otherwise spend time and money organizing the route yourself.

Group discounts are available, so larger private parties should check the final rate before deciding. The price includes the private guide and escorted Tube travel, but not lunch, drinks, or the Underground fare.

How much Ted Lasso knowledge do you need?

You do not need to memorize every episode. The tour works best if you have watched enough of the series to recognize Ted, the pub, the apartment area, and the football scenes, but Richard can provide the connecting details.

For committed fans, the appeal is obvious. You can discuss individual episodes, compare filming images with the present-day location, and ask about newer and older shooting sites. For casual viewers, the local history and town walk provide a second reason to go.

I would not book this as a general London sightseeing tour. Richmond is the focus, and the Ted Lasso locations shape the route. If your group has no interest in the series, a different Richmond walking tour would probably be better value.

The history content is a useful bonus rather than the main theme. Richard adds British and Richmond history, including Tudor-related material, but this is not a dedicated historical tour.

Walking, timing, and practical comfort

The experience lasts roughly three to four hours. That includes the Underground journey from Victoria, the walk through Richmond, the riverside, Richmond Green, The Prince’s Head, One Paved Court, and the return trip.

Wear comfortable shoes. You will walk outdoors on riverside paths and town streets, and the tour does not rely on vehicle transfers between every location.

Most people can participate, and service animals are allowed. The activity is near public transportation, which helps with arrival and departure. Still, tell the provider about any physical concern in advance. The route includes walking, standing, Tube travel, and time outdoors.

Carry a phone or camera with enough battery for photographs. The matching scene images are part of what makes the stops easier to appreciate, and you will likely want your own pictures at the riverside, green, pub exterior, and apartment location.

The tour is offered in English. Confirmation arrives when you book, and free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before the start time. A cancellation made less than 24 hours in advance is not refunded, and changes inside that window are not accepted.

Who should book this Richmond experience?

I would recommend it first to Ted Lasso fans who want more than a bus passing a building. The private format gives you time to talk about the show and ask questions, while the town itself provides a pleasant break from central London.

It also suits couples, families, and small groups who want a flexible pace. If one person in your party needs more care with walking, Richard’s attentive approach may be useful, though you should discuss the route before booking.

The tour is less suitable if you want a fast, cheap photo stop, dislike public transport, or need a guaranteed pub meal at a fixed time. The pub stop depends on table availability, and the Underground fare and food are extra.

Should you book the Private Ted Lasso Filming Locations Tour?

Book it if Ted Lasso is a real reason for your London trip, not just a show you happened to enjoy. Richard’s personal guiding, scene photographs, local stories, and willingness to answer questions give the tour substance. The chance to pause at The Prince’s Head adds a memorable touch, but you should keep your meal plans flexible.

The $213.59 price is high for one person, yet more defensible for a private group using the available discount. You are paying for a guide who handles the Tube, knows the locations, adjusts to your interests, and adds Richmond context that you would probably miss on your own.

I would also reserve time after the tour. Richmond is worth exploring beyond the filming sites, and several hours there can turn a television-location outing into a satisfying half-day or full afternoon.

FAQ

Where does the Private Ted Lasso Filming Locations Tour start?

It starts at The Shakespeare and Platform 2299, 2299 Buckingham Palace Road, London SW1W 0RP, near Victoria Station.

Where does the tour end?

The activity ends back at the meeting point. The escorted return can be to Victoria Station or Westminster if preferred.

How long does the tour last?

The tour lasts approximately three to four hours.

Is this a private tour?

Yes. Only your group participates in the activity.

Is travel on the London Underground included?

Escorted travel on the London Underground is included. You need a contactless debit or credit card to tap in and out, and the Underground fare is not included.

Is lunch included?

No. Lunch and drinks at The Prince’s Head are at your own expense.

Can I stop at The Prince’s Head pub?

You can stop for a drink or lunch if a table is available. The pub stop is subject to availability.

Is the tour offered in English?

Yes. The tour is offered in English.

Are service animals allowed?

Yes. Service animals are allowed.

Can I cancel for a full refund?

Yes, if you cancel at least 24 hours before the experience start time. Cancellations made less than 24 hours in advance are not refunded.