Ted Lasso Tour of Richmond

Believe in Richmond. This 2.5-hour walking tour turns Ted Lasso filming spots into a pleasant introduction to one of London’s prettiest riverside districts. I like the easy meeting point at Richmond Station and the mix of show trivia, local stories, photographs, and time for a drink at the Crown and Anchor. I also like that the tour covers locations from all three seasons, not just one or two famous corners.

The main thing to consider is group size. The tour allows up to 18 people, and one person found the group larger than expected and hard to hear at times. The walk itself is not especially demanding, but you should still be comfortable on foot for more than two hours and prepared to pay separately for your drink.

Key points at a glance

• Ted’s front door: Take a selfie at One Paved Court, the exterior used as Ted’s London home.
• A real pub stop: Spend about 30 minutes at the Crown and Anchor, known in Richmond as a traditional British pub.
• Three seasons of filming: The route covers locations tied to all three seasons of Ted Lasso.
• Richmond beyond the show: See Richmond Green, Richmond Bridge, and views over the River Thames.
• Guide-led storytelling: Guides such as Emmy, Serena, Jenny, and Vic have been praised for clear delivery, humor, and local insight.
• Good London add-on: The tour ends back at Richmond Station in mid-afternoon, leaving time for more sightseeing.

Why Richmond makes a good Ted Lasso day out

Richmond gives this tour more substance than a simple hunt for television backdrops. The area sits beside the River Thames and has a pleasant town center, open green space, old streets, a bridge, pubs, and riverside views. Even if your Ted Lasso knowledge stops at AFC Richmond, you still get a worthwhile outing in a scenic part of London.

I like the way the tour uses the show as a thread rather than the entire fabric. Your guide points out filming locations, then adds context about Richmond and the production. That balance matters. A location can look ordinary when you arrive alone, but a good story about how it was used on screen gives it a second life.

The afternoon timing also works well. You meet at Richmond Station, walk through the main locations, stop for a drink, and finish at the same station in mid-afternoon. You can then continue exploring Richmond or return toward central London without giving up a full evening.

Meeting at Richmond Station

The tour begins at Richmond Station, at The Quadrant, Richmond, TW9 2NA. This is a practical start because the station is easy to identify and close to the first part of the route. If you are coming from central London, the train ride itself gives you a change of pace from the city center.

Your guide leads the group on foot from the station. The tour is offered in English, and the maximum group size is 18 people. That is small enough for a personal feel when the group is attentive, though it is not a private tour or a tiny walk with only a handful of people.

The guide makes a real difference here. Emmy has been praised for being lively, funny, interactive, and easy to hear. Serena has been noted for a clear, professional style, while Jenny and Vic have also received warm marks for making the walk enjoyable. The guide lineup may vary, but the best part of the format is the chance to ask questions and hear stories that are difficult to pick up on your own.

Richmond Green and the first filming locations

Richmond Green is the opening stop, with about 10 minutes set aside for several filming locations. This is a compact start, but it gives you an immediate sense of how the show uses Richmond’s public spaces.

You see the exterior connected with the charity event, the route Nathan takes while walking to his parents’ house, Rebecca’s home, and the spot where Ted challenges a girl to play football after the 4-1 Crystal Palace loss. These scenes cover different moods from the series, from comic moments to more personal parts of the story.

I would have your phone ready here. The time is short, and the appeal is mainly visual: seeing the real setting, matching it to a scene, and taking a few photographs. The guide’s commentary is what adds value, especially if you want more than a quick photo stop.

The drawback is that these are exterior locations in a living neighborhood. They are not sets arranged for visitors, and you should expect normal streets, homes, and public spaces rather than displays or props. That is also part of the charm. You are seeing the actual town the production worked into the story.

One Paved Court and Ted’s London home

At One Paved Court, you get roughly 10 minutes to photograph the front door used for Ted’s London home. For many fans, this is the most instantly recognizable stop of the afternoon.

The stop is simple, but that is exactly why it works. You do not need a long explanation to recognize the location. The pleasure comes from standing in the real Richmond street, framing the door, and picturing Ted arriving home after another difficult day with AFC Richmond.

Because this is an exterior in a public area, the tour focuses on viewing and photography rather than entering. Be respectful of the surrounding homes and keep the stop moving. Ten minutes is enough for pictures and a short explanation, but not enough for a long pause.

The Crown and Anchor pub stop

The Crown and Anchor is the longest stop, with about 30 minutes for a drink. In the show, it is the pub where Ted and Coach Beard think through problems, and the exterior appears in numerous scenes.

This is one of the tour’s strongest features because it gives the walk a proper break. After moving through streets and green spaces, you can sit down, order a drink, and talk with the guide and other members of the group. The pub setting also helps connect the fictional AFC Richmond world with an ordinary British social setting.

Food and drink are not included, so budget for your own order. That is a small extra cost, but it gives you control over what you want. You can simply have a drink rather than pay for a meal you do not need.

The half-hour stop is also useful for practical reasons. One person specifically appreciated a bathroom break during the tour, and a pause like this makes the walking route more comfortable. If you want a full meal, though, this is not presented as a restaurant stop. Think of it as a timed pub visit within the tour.

Richmond Bridge and the Roy and Keeley scenes

Richmond Bridge is another short stop, lasting about 10 minutes. This is where Roy Kent and Keeley Jones share their first-date kiss and where paparazzi secretly photograph them.

The bridge gives the tour a stronger visual setting than a doorway or residential exterior. You can connect a memorable relationship scene with the River Thames and one of Richmond’s best-known landmarks. The route also points out the restaurant used for the double date involving Keeley and Roy, Rebecca, and John.

This stop is likely to appeal even if you are more interested in the characters than production trivia. Roy and Keeley’s storyline is one of the show’s emotional anchors, and seeing the real location adds a pleasant sense of place.

The scheduled time is brief, so do not expect a long riverside stroll here. The route is designed to cover several locations, and the bridge is one part of a larger circuit. If you want to linger by the Thames afterward, the tour ends back at the station, giving you the option to return on your own.

Thames views and Keeley’s photo shoot

The final listed location provides about 20 minutes for views over Richmond and the River Thames. It is associated with the glamorous setting where Keeley has a photo shoot.

This is a welcome change from close-up filming details. You get space, scenery, and a broader view of Richmond. I like this kind of ending because it reminds you that the town is worth visiting even when no camera is pointed at it.

The view also gives you some of the best photo opportunities on the route. Bring a phone or camera, but do not expect every angle to look exactly like the finished television scene. Television framing, editing, and set dressing can make familiar places appear more dramatic than they feel in person.

After this stop, the tour returns to Richmond Station. Ending where you began keeps the afternoon easy to plan. You can remain in Richmond, find your own meal, walk farther along the Thames, or head back into London.

What the guide adds to the walk

The guide is more than someone who points at doors and says which episode used them. The strongest guides on this route connect filming details with Richmond’s character and the production’s cast and crew.

Emmy has received especially strong praise for her energy, humor, interaction with the whole group, and ability to make people feel included from the start. She has also been described as a Richmond resident and actress, which can bring an unusual combination of local perspective and behind-the-scenes understanding.

Serena has been praised for speaking clearly and keeping the tour professional and approachable. Jenny and Vic have also been noted for adding useful trivia and making the walk enjoyable, including in rainy weather. You cannot choose your guide from the information provided, but the repeated praise for different guides is encouraging.

A practical point: one person found a larger group made it difficult to hear. If your tour reaches the full limit of 18, position yourself near the guide and speak up if you miss a detail. The small-group format helps, but it does not guarantee a silent street or a private experience.

Is the $48.61 price good value?

At $48.61 per person, this is not the cheapest way to walk around Richmond. You could find the station, green, bridge, pub, and riverside views yourself at no cost beyond transport and refreshments.

The value comes from the interpretation. You are paying for a planned route through locations from all three seasons, a guide who can explain filming details, time at the Crown and Anchor, and the ease of not having to research or navigate the sites yourself. For a serious Ted Lasso fan, the price is reasonable because the route gathers many recognizable places into one focused afternoon.

For a casual viewer, the value depends on your interest in guided walks. The Richmond portion is strong enough to make the trip worthwhile, but you should not book this expecting major attractions, museum exhibits, costumes, or access inside filming locations. This is a walking and storytelling experience, not a studio tour.

I would also factor in the drink cost and your transport to Richmond. Since the experience starts and ends at the station, planning is straightforward, but the advertised price does not cover food or drink.

Who will enjoy this tour most?

I would choose this tour if you can name the main Ted Lasso characters and enjoy taking photos at real filming locations. It is especially good for couples, friends, and families who want a light, social afternoon rather than a formal sightseeing lecture.

You do not need to be a superfan. The Richmond stories, pub stop, bridge, green, and Thames views give the tour wider appeal. The show simply provides the route and the jokes.

You may want to skip it if you dislike walking tours, prefer private guiding, or want to spend time inside attractions. The route is outdoors, the group can reach 18 people, and the tour depends on the guide’s storytelling and the pleasure of recognizing ordinary places from television.

The walk requires a moderate level of fitness. It is described as not too strenuous, but you should be comfortable standing and walking for around two and a half hours, with the pub stop offering a useful rest.

Booking advice and cancellation terms

This experience is often booked well ahead, with an average booking lead time of 63 days. That suggests planning early if the tour is important to your London schedule.

Confirmation is provided when you book, and the activity is near public transportation. Free cancellation is available if you cancel at least 24 hours before the start time. Cancellations or changes made inside that window are not accepted for a refund, so leave yourself some flexibility when arranging your day.

Should you book the Ted Lasso Tour of Richmond?

Book it if you want the show brought to life by a personable guide, with time for photos, a drink, and a look at Richmond beyond the screen. The 4.9 rating from 152 reviews and 99 percent recommendation rate fit the experience’s strongest qualities: lively guiding, good pacing, clear Ted Lasso trivia, and a lovely setting.

I would make this a particularly good choice for fans who have already seen all three seasons. You will recognize more of the locations and get more from the small production details. If you are only mildly interested in the show, book it for the Richmond outing and the guide-led stories, not for a major attraction or indoor exhibit.

The best practical choice is to arrive ready to walk, keep your camera handy, budget for the pub drink, and stay near the guide in a larger group. If that sounds like your kind of afternoon, Richmond offers a cheerful and memorable way to spend part of a London visit.

FAQ

Where does the Ted Lasso Tour of Richmond start?

The tour starts at Richmond Station, The Quadrant, Richmond, Greater London TW9 2NA, UK.

Where does the tour finish?

The activity ends back at the Richmond Station meeting point.

How long does the tour last?

The tour lasts approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes and begins in the afternoon.

Is the drink at the Crown and Anchor included?

No. Food and drink are not included in the tour price. You have about 30 minutes at the pub to order a drink separately.

How large is the tour group?

The maximum group size is 18 people. The tour is designed as a small-group walking experience, though a full group may feel less intimate.

Can I cancel for a refund?

Yes. You can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the experience starts. Changes or cancellations made less than 24 hours before the start time are not accepted for a refund.