Grantchester TV Locations Tour: Private 2-Hour Walking Guide

Walk the Grantchester sets and learn where the show was actually filmed

A private guided walking tour of Grantchester that visits over 15 locations featured in the TV series, led by a local guide who knows the filming history. The tour runs 2 hours and covers the church, meadows, high street, pubs and homes seen across all six seasons. Service animals are welcome, and moderate fitness helps with the walking distance.

Step-by-step itinerary

Explore Grantchester TV filming locations

• Visit Grantchester Meadows
• Tour 1950s filming locations
• See homes of key characters
• Visit church interior and exterior
• Pass by University City nearby

The Experience

The tour centers on Grantchester Meadows, where so many of the show's memorable moments take place. Your guide will walk you through the familiar locations that needed little set dressing to transport them back to the 1950s. You'll see the homes of the characters' love interests, the spots where the police found abandoned cars and where murders were investigated, and the church interior and exterior that featured heavily throughout the series, including Mrs Maguire's marriage to Jack and the Brechtian Christmas nativity directed by Leonard.

Your private guide is a local familiar with how the production used the village, so they can point out details that might otherwise pass unnoticed: how many film locations sit on the vicar's doorstep, which scenes required almost no dressing, and the stories behind the moments you recognize from the screen. The walk covers the high street, pubs, and the meadows, and if you want to extend the day, Cambridge city centre is only 2 miles away and can be added before or after the tour.

What’s included

• Services of a private local guide.
• gratuities are optional.

Good to know

Moderate physical levelPets welcome

Operated by Brit Movie Tours

Is this one for you?Your guide speaks English and knows the production history firsthand, so you'll follow the commentary comfortably whether you're a devoted fan rewatching familiar scenes or new to the show and curious about how the village was filmed.

Traveler reviews

4.71★★★★★★★★★★

7 verified traveler reviews

Read all the reviews ›

Top questions

How many Grantchester filming locations does the tour visit?

The tour visits over 15 locations featured in the show, including Grantchester Meadows, the church, the high street, pubs, and the homes of several characters.

What's the walking distance and terrain like on this tour?

The tour runs 2 hours and covers the village on foot. Moderate physical fitness is recommended, as you'll be walking through meadows and around the village streets.

Can I add Cambridge to the tour since it's nearby?

Yes, Cambridge city centre is only 2 miles away and can be visited before or after the walking tour if you want to extend your day.

Is this tour only for fans of the TV series?

The tour is built around Grantchester filming locations, so it works best if you've watched the show or are interested in how the village was used for filming. Your guide will explain the scenes and characters connected to each stop.

What happens if I bring a service animal?

Service animals are allowed on the tour, so you can bring your service dog along for the 2-hour walk through the village.