• London - An accredited private driver guide in London, who is also a Downton Abbey enthusiast, will offer a panoramic sightseeing tour with ongoing commentary, including stops for stand-up presentations at the movie’s London locations.
• Buckingham Palace - Venue for the grand balls attended by Lord Grantham’s daughters.
• Lancaster House - This stately home, used for interior shots of Buckingham Palace in the award-winning series, holds a delightful secret for Downton Abbey fans.
• St. James’s - The London neighborhood of the Grantham family and their stately home.
• Piccadilly Circus - Site of a humorous Downton Abbey ‘blooper’.
• The Criterion Theatre - The Criterion Restaurant is where Edith had her secret dinner dates with Michael.
• Notting Hill - This stylish neighborhood was home to Michael Gregson, Lady Edith Crawley’s employer and lover.
• Hyde Park - A filming location in this royal park.
• Kensington Gardens - Scene of the family picnic and where Lady Mary ended her relationship with Lord Gillingham.
• Albert Memorial - Staff were advised, ‘You will know it when you see it,’ when searching for the picnic location.
• Palace of Westminster - Lord Grantham likely spent many afternoons in the House of Lords, possibly dozing in the comfortable seats!
• Statue of George V - The British monarch in Edwardian London overlooks the site where his government declared war on Germany in 1914.
• Parliament Square - The center of power during Edwardian times.
• Downing Street - The London residence of the British Prime Minister.
• Thames River - The lifeblood of the City of London.
• Two Temple Place - Venue for the celebrity wedding of Lady Rose and Atticus Aldridge.
• Lincoln’s Inn Fields - London’s largest public square, popular with Downton Abbey filmmakers.
• St. Pancras International Station - The railway terminus where Lady Edith reunited with her editor and love interest, Michael Gregson.
• Mayfair - An elegant neighborhood and playground for Edwardian aristocracy, boasting the most expensive real estate in London.
• Savile Row - A beautiful wedding venue in Mayfair, which also served as the Jazz Club where Lady Rose first flirted with Jazz Singer Jack Ross at the Lotus Club.
• Belgrave Square - The residence of Rosamund Painswick in the movie.
• National Gallery - A world-class art gallery where Lady Grantham meets Simon Bricker.
• Covent Garden - A vibrant neighborhood that includes the restaurant where Edith met Michael to discuss writing for his magazine.

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While Yorkshire was the backdrop for the initial episodes, London took center stage as the series progressed. Recall Lady Edith’s daring affair with the charming magazine editor, Michael Gregson?

Think back to the memorable scenes filmed at the city’s famous landmarks. Engage in guessing games to refresh your memory. Buckingham Palace, Lancaster House, Bridgewater House, Belgrave Square, Criterion Restaurant, Ritz Hotel, Piccadilly Circus, Hyde Park, Albert Memorial, Astor House, St. Pancras Station, and these are just the beginning. How many can you remember?

Prepare to be amazed by a few hidden locations, including Lord Grantham’s London mansion. Our certified Private Driver Guide is a Downton Abbey enthusiast. Get ready for lively conversation, not just straightforward commentary.

• COVID-19 Special Measures. The health and safety of our guests is always our top priority here at BCHT. We are putting in place some extra special measures for all future tour activities: All our vehicles will be sanitised with disinfectant cleaning by their owner drivers immediately after each service. Presentation stops will be conducted in quiet open air locations – away from crowded hotspots. Driver Guide hosts shall wash and sanitise their hands on a frequent basis throughout each service. Hand sanitiser will be available to all of our guests at all times while on tour. Standard measures which enhance your protection: The transparent partition screen provides a unique private passenger compartment for the passengers. A safe distance exists between guests and their Driver Guide hosts – exceeding the current minimum 2 metres set by government guidelines. The passenger compartment has a separately controlled air-conditioning system.

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