Richmond: Ted Lasso Guided Walking Tour

Richmond is the real star of this Ted Lasso walking tour, with the show’s fictional AFC Richmond world tucked into an attractive corner of southwest London. In 2.5 hours, you’ll see more than 12 locations from all three seasons, including Ted’s front door, the Crown and Anchor pub, and the spot where Roy and Keeley first went on a date.

I like two things here: the show images help you match fiction to real streets, and the guides bring more than plot trivia. Emmy, Carly, Vic, Bruce, Matt, and others have explained filming details, acting work, and Richmond’s local past. The tour ends with a fine view over the Thames, not just another doorstep photo.

The main drawback is practical: this is a walking tour in all weather, and it is not suitable for people with mobility impairments. Bring comfortable shoes and a rain jacket. If you want a quiet, dry indoor activity, this is not the right pick.

Key points at a glance

• More than 12 filming locations: Follow scenes from all three seasons, including Ted’s home, Rebecca’s house, the Crown and Anchor, and Roy and Keeley’s first-date setting.
• A real pub stop: Visit the Crown and Anchor, Ted’s local in the show, and allow extra money if you want to buy a drink.
• Useful scene comparisons: Your guide uses images from the series to show how each real place appeared on screen.
• A Richmond tour as well as a TV tour: You’ll get local stories and see the town beyond its role as AFC Richmond.
• A strong guide-led experience: Guides such as Emmy, Carly, Vic, Sandy, Bruce, and Matt are praised for energy, humor, and behind-the-scenes detail.
• Easy from central London: The meeting point is outside Richmond Railway Station, but the route requires steady walking and can be muddy in wet weather.

Starting outside Richmond Station

The tour begins outside the main entrance and exit of Richmond Railway Station. When you leave the station, turn left and look for the small card store and the building marked Station Building. Arrive at least five minutes early so the group can set off on time.

This is one of the tour’s practical strengths. Richmond is easy to reach from central London and other parts of the city, so you can make this a half-day outing without arranging a complicated transfer. The station also gives you a clear meeting point, which matters when you are meeting a guide in a busy town.

The route then leads into Richmond, where the show’s settings feel less like a constructed film set and more like ordinary streets used with care. That is part of the fun. You are not walking through a theme park or a studio backlot. You are seeing working streets, homes, shops, pubs, and public spaces that became familiar to Ted Lasso fans.

The guide makes the connection using still images from the show. This is important because many locations look different without the camera angles, actors, signs, and editing that shaped the scenes. A doorway may seem plain until you see the matching frame from an episode.

Ted’s door and the first photo stops

One of the early highlights is Ted’s front door. It is the classic selfie stop, so have your phone ready and ask the guide to take your picture. Guides are used to giving people time for photos, and several have made a point of including everyone rather than rushing the group along.

The location works because it links a very familiar character to a real residential setting. Ted’s optimism and homesickness are part of the show’s heart, and seeing the doorway in person gives that story a small, tangible anchor. You will also get a better sense of how the production used Richmond without needing to transform every street.

The door is also a reminder to be considerate. This is a real residential area, not a public attraction built for visitors. Keep the group together, listen to your guide about where to stand, and avoid blocking entrances or disturbing residents.

As you move between locations, the tour builds a picture of how the show’s fictional community fits together. The appeal is not just checking off addresses. It is seeing how the production reused nearby streets and recognizable town features to make AFC Richmond feel like a believable place.

The Crown and Anchor pub stop

The Crown and Anchor is the tour’s most atmospheric stop. In Ted Lasso, it is Ted’s local pub, a place tied to conversations, friendships, football, and the everyday rhythm of Richmond life.

You can enjoy a drink here, but the tour price includes the guide only, so plan to pay for your own refreshment. That small distinction is worth noting when you work out the day’s budget. The stop gives you a chance to pause after the first part of the walk, though the exact amount of time available for drinking or sitting can depend on the group and the day.

For fans, the pub is more than a recognizable exterior. It is one of the locations that helps turn Richmond into a character in its own right. You can compare the on-screen version with the real setting and notice how much of the show’s warm, social feel comes from ordinary places.

I would not book this tour solely for a long pub visit. The Crown and Anchor is one stop in a walking route, not a pub crawl. Think of it as a chance to connect the fictional pub to the real town, with the option of buying a drink along the way.

Roy, Keeley, Rebecca, and Bernard’s Richmond

The route includes the spot where Roy and Keeley had their first date. For fans of their relationship, this stop carries more weight than a simple location photo. It brings you back to the show’s mix of romance, awkwardness, loyalty, and sharp humor.

You will also see Rebecca’s home and the home of Bernard, the boy who had to apologize to Phoebe for being mean to her. These locations broaden the tour beyond Ted himself. The show’s emotional world is spread across homes, streets, businesses, and public places, and the route gives you a chance to see how those pieces fit together.

Your guide may point out details that are easy to miss when you watch an episode at home. The supplied images help with this, especially for scenes filmed from a particular angle or with temporary production details. If you have watched the show recently, you will probably recognize these places quickly. If it has been a while, the images will do much of the reminding.

The tour is strongest for people who enjoy both characters and production details. You get the story connection, but you also learn how a familiar location was framed and used on screen. Several guides have also brought experience in acting or the film industry, giving their explanations an extra practical angle.

Local Richmond between the filming locations

A good guide does not treat Richmond as a string of TV addresses. The route also includes local history and a look at the town itself. That balance matters because you may spend the rest of your day in Richmond after the tour.

The town has enough character to reward that extra time. You can eat, shop, visit Richmond Green, or sit and watch the area move at a slower pace. One useful tip is to avoid scheduling something immediately after the walk. Several visitors have stayed for the afternoon, and the tour’s setting makes that an easy choice.

I like this part of the experience because it gives non-fans more reason to come along. A devoted Ted Head will get the filming locations and behind-the-scenes stories. A companion who has only seen a few episodes can still enjoy a pleasant walk through Richmond and hear about the area.

That said, the balance depends partly on your guide. The guides named in the feedback, including Emmy, Carly, Vic, Sandy, Bruce, and Matt, are praised for mixing show facts with town information. The tour guide changes, so you should expect a lively local host rather than a fixed script delivered by one person every time.

The riverside ending and Keeley’s photo shoot

The tour finishes at the location where Keeley has her photo shoot, with a view overlooking the River Thames. This is a smart ending because it opens out after the denser streets and house locations.

You get a final photo opportunity, but also a chance to see why Richmond works so well on screen. The river view gives the walk a sense of place beyond AFC Richmond. It is a more scenic finish than ending at a station or an ordinary street corner.

Bring your camera, but do not expect a staged photo set. The appeal is the real view and the connection to a scene you know from the show. Weather will affect how enjoyable the final stop feels, which is another reason to check the forecast and dress for the day.

What the guides add

The guide is central to the experience. A list of locations would be easy to follow on your own, but the value here comes from the stories, comparisons, and pacing.

Emmy is frequently named as an energetic guide who knows both the show and Richmond. Carly is praised for clear explanations, fun stories about the actors and locations, and taking plenty of pictures. Vic is noted for explaining filming details and small Easter eggs. Sandy has been described as warm and engaging, with a good balance between information and time to enjoy the town.

Other guides, including Bruce and Matt, have been praised for mixing Ted Lasso anecdotes, local history, humor, and production facts. One guide was also described as a single mother who runs the company, a detail that adds a personal human touch to the small-business feel of the operation.

The group can be small. One account describes a group of fewer than 10, and another says the guide spoke with people individually. Group size may vary, so do not assume every departure will be identical. Still, the format appears designed for conversation rather than a large coach-party presentation.

Rain, walking pace, and comfort

The tour runs rain or shine. That is not a minor detail in England, especially since the route is outdoors from start to finish. Several people completed it in heavy rain and still enjoyed the experience, but wet weather can mean mud, slippery paths, and less comfortable photo stops.

Wear comfortable shoes with good grip. A waterproof jacket is more useful than an umbrella when you are walking with a group, though the supplied information only requires comfortable footwear. In dry weather, the walk should feel manageable for people used to a 2.5-hour town tour. The activity is specifically not suitable for people with mobility impairments, so consider the walking requirement carefully before booking.

The tour is conducted in English with a live guide. If you want to ask questions about a scene, actor, filming choice, or local point of interest, the live format gives you that chance. It also means the experience will have a more personal feel than an audio guide, but the quality can vary slightly with the guide and group dynamic.

Is $47 good value?

At $47 per person, this is not the cheapest way to see Richmond. You can walk through the town on your own for little or no cost. You can also find filming locations online and create a self-guided route.

The paid tour earns its price through convenience and interpretation. In 2.5 hours, you get a planned route to more than 12 sites, scene images, a local guide, behind-the-scenes information, photo help, and a pub stop. You also avoid the time spent researching addresses and matching them to episodes.

I think the value is strongest if you are a serious fan or if you want a social experience with other fans. It is less compelling if you have not watched the show and mainly want a general Richmond sightseeing walk. In that case, the Ted Lasso material may take up more of the tour than you want.

The free-cancellation policy gives you some protection: you can cancel up to three days in advance for a full refund. Starting times vary, so check availability when choosing a date. The walk itself lasts 2.5 hours, not counting any extra time you spend eating, shopping, or visiting the pub afterward.

Who should book this walk?

This tour suits you if you have watched all three seasons, enjoy spotting filming locations, and like hearing how television scenes are created. It is also a good pick for a London trip because Richmond is easy to reach and the experience fills a useful half-day without requiring a full day away from the city.

It can work for mixed groups too. A fan will get the most from the character homes and scene references, while a less committed companion can enjoy Richmond’s streets, local stories, and riverside setting.

I would skip it if you dislike walking in uncertain weather, need step-free access, or want a private tour with a tightly fixed script. I would also avoid booking it only for the Crown and Anchor drink. The pub is one stop within a broader route.

Should you book the Ted Lasso tour?

If Ted Lasso is one of your comfort shows, I would book it. The combination of recognizable locations, useful scene images, enthusiastic guides, and real Richmond scenery gives you more than a quick photo hunt. The final Thames view and the chance to spend the afternoon in town add value to the outing.

Book with sensible expectations. You are visiting real streets in changing weather, not walking onto a studio set. Wear good shoes, allow time for pictures, and keep your afternoon open after the tour. For a fan, $47 buys a well-organized way to connect the show’s kindness, humor, and characters with the place that helped bring them to life.

FAQ

Where does the Ted Lasso walking tour begin?

It begins outside the main entrance and exit of Richmond Railway Station. After leaving the station, turn left and look for the small card store and the building marked Station Building.

How long does the tour last?

The walking tour lasts 2.5 hours.

How much does the tour cost?

The listed price is $47 per person.

Which language is the tour conducted in?

The tour is conducted in English with a live guide.

How many Ted Lasso filming locations will I see?

You will visit more than 12 locations from all three seasons of the show.

Will I see Ted’s front door?

Yes. Ted’s front door is one of the locations included, and you can take a selfie there.

Does the tour visit the Crown and Anchor?

Yes. The route visits the Crown and Anchor, Ted’s local pub in the show. You can enjoy a drink there, but the listed inclusion is the expert guide, so plan to pay separately for refreshments.

Is the tour suitable in bad weather?

Yes. The tour operates rain or shine. Comfortable shoes are recommended.

Is the tour suitable for people with mobility impairments?

No. The activity is listed as unsuitable for people with mobility impairments.

Can I cancel for a full refund?

Yes. You can cancel up to three days in advance for a full refund.