Spies, streets, and books in two hours. This walking tour strings together Slow Horses landmarks in London with a small group (max 15) and finishes at Leadenhall Market for a ready-made bite. I like the way the guide links the fictional Slough House vibe to real neighborhoods, and I like the stop-by-stop mix of show detail plus local context. The only real drawback is you should plan on about 3 miles of walking and arrive early if you struggle to find GreggsU1.

What makes this one click is the storytelling. Susannah brings show-and-book context into the streets, including a very on-point Jackson Lamb impersonation, plus facts about real espionage alongside the fiction. You also get a mobile ticket and a clear start and end point, so you spend less time searching and more time looking at what’s in front of you.

If you are only lukewarm on the series, you might still enjoy the London neighborhood history and the walk through the Barbican area. But the show references are the main event, so come with at least some interest in Slow Horses.

Key highlights worth your time

• Max 15 people keeps the vibe friendly and lets you ask questions
• Bunhill Fields to the City gives you a clear sense of where the show lands in real London
• Barbican Highwalk and Aldersgate offer a fun walking feel for fans of the series setting
• Susannah’s Jackson Lamb impersonation plus book-to-screen insights make the locations feel alive
• Leadenhall Market finish makes dinner plans effortless

Where the Slow Horses TV walking tour really shines

This is a London walking tour built for people who want more than a photo at a filming spot. The fun comes from how the guide turns each location into a story you can carry back to your next rewatch.

The best part is pacing. At about 2 hours total, you get enough time to feel like you did something real in the neighborhoods, without getting stuck in the kind of long tour where you tune out halfway through. And because the group stays at 15 or fewer, it’s easier to hear the guide and move as a team.

There’s also a practical perk for your schedule: the walk ends at Leadenhall Market. That means when you finish, you’re already in a place where you can grab food nearby instead of hunting around for your next step.

Meeting point at GreggsU1: getting it right matters

The tour starts at GreggsU1, 91 City Rd, London EC1Y 1BD. For a walking tour, that specificity is good, but it can still be annoying if your map app doesn’t translate the details cleanly.

One small hiccup that comes up is that the extra location numbers may not match nicely in Apple Maps. My advice: use Google Maps for the address, double-check the exact unit name (GreggsU1), and arrive a little early so you can spot the group before you’re flustered.

Also, since the tour is designed for people who can participate in a walk, come ready to move. Shoes that are comfortable for a steady stroll will pay off fast.

Stop 1: Bunhill Fields and Blake’s grave vibe

You begin at Blake’s grave in Bunhill Fields, described as one of the meeting places for Jackson Lamb’s team of spies in the show. From there, you head toward the fictional Slough House area the series is known for.

This first segment is about getting oriented. Instead of jumping straight into a list of landmarks, the guide sets the tone and explains how the series connects to the real geography you’re standing in. If you’re also reading the books, this is where you’ll get the most value early on, because the show references start making more sense as you walk.

Time-wise, it’s around 30 minutes here. That’s long enough to listen, absorb, and take photos, but short enough that you don’t feel stuck waiting for the next move.

If you are expecting a quiet, reflective walk only, you might be surprised by how story-heavy this stop becomes. It’s not just a point on a map; it’s the start of the show-world walking route.

Barbican Highwalk and Aldersgate: where the neighborhood feels like the show

Next you move to the Barbican Highwalk area and explore around Barbican and Aldersgate, both tied to where Slow Horses is set. This stop lasts about 45 minutes, and it’s the part of the tour that feels most like a real neighborhood stroll.

For fans, the pay-off is seeing how the show’s tone can map onto actual streets and structures. For non-fans, this is still a good London walking experience because the Barbican area is visually distinctive and interesting to slow down for.

One of the reasons I’d recommend this segment is that it doesn’t try to be only fan-service. You’re also hearing about London’s history along the way, so the walk stays interesting even if you take a moment to look up from your phone.

The one consideration here is energy. Mid-tour is when walking tours test you, especially if you’re wearing new shoes or you’ve already been walking around London all day. Pace yourself, hydrate, and keep an eye on the group so nobody gets left behind.

The real-life Slough House inspiration stop

There’s a stop outside the real-life inspiration for the fictional Slough House. The vibe here is very clearly themed: it’s framed as a place where MI5 careers go to die, in the show’s black-humor style.

This is a short one, more like a targeted photo-and-story moment than a long history lesson. That’s not a flaw. For most people, it’s a smart rhythm change after the longer Barbican segment.

If you like character-driven storytelling, this is where it helps to listen closely. The location itself matters, but so does how the guide connects it to what happens in the series.

Leadenhall Market ending: turning the tour into dinner plans

The tour ends at Leadenhall Market, with about 15 minutes there. Leadenhall is a convenient finish because it’s not just a pretty backdrop—you can actually use the timing.

This is where you can grab a snack, sit down for a quick meal, or just take a breather before you head back into the rest of your day. If you’re traveling with someone who isn’t as deep into Slow Horses, this ending also gives them a reason to enjoy the last leg even if they weren’t tracking every plot reference.

It’s also a practical way to end a walking tour. Instead of ending in an empty street with no plan, you finish in a place designed for people to eat and wander.

One note: because this is the finale, you’ll likely want to keep moving with the group until the end is confirmed, then branch out for food once you’re done.

Royal Exchange and Bank Junction: the City scenes that stick

The walk continues with stops in the City area, including the Royal Exchange building area and Bank Junction, where key scenes are set in the show. The total time for this portion is about 30 minutes.

This segment is a good match for what fans often want most at the end: concrete, recognizable City landmarks tied to memorable moments on screen. It’s also where the London history angle keeps the tour from turning into pure fandom.

If you like city geometry—junctions, vantage points, and how streets funnel people—this is where you’ll start noticing things you normally ignore. The guide’s framing helps you see why these places make sense for the show’s mood.

The small drawback is that this is late in the walk, so you’ll feel it more physically. If you do one thing to make this easier, it’s to slow down on the earlier sections and save energy for the final stretch.

Susannah’s style: story power plus a Jackson Lamb impersonation

The quality of a walking tour lives or dies with the guide, and this one has a strong track record. Susannah’s approach is enthusiastic and specific, with enough Slow Horses detail to make it fun for dedicated fans.

Two standouts from the experience are how she connects show scenes to real London spots and how she mixes the fictional espionage world with real-world context. One review also called out her Jackson Lamb impersonation, and that detail matters because it signals the tone of the tour: playful, sharp, and built for listeners who like humor as part of the story.

In practical terms, that means you’ll spend more time learning something useful about the series and London at the same time. You’ll also likely come away with a better sense of where scenes happen geographically, which makes rewatching more satisfying.

Price and value: what $27.62 gets you

At about $27.62 per person, this isn’t a huge-ticket tour, and you should feel that in what you get. The biggest value isn’t just the locations—it’s the guided framing that turns streets into story.

You also don’t have to budget for paid entries at the stops. The tour lists admission tickets as free at the stops, which is a nice relief if you’ve already spent your day buying museums or transit.

For me, the best way to think about the price is this: you’re paying for a tight, 2-hour guided walk with no big add-ons, a small group size, and a payoff at the end at Leadenhall Market where you can eat.

If you were planning to roam the City anyway, this is a way to get structure and context without turning the day into a full museum schedule.

How much you’ll walk, and who should book

The walk is not a sit-on-a-bus kind of day. Plan for about 3 miles, based on the experience. That’s absolutely manageable for most people, especially if you are used to normal walking in cities, but it’s not the right choice if you want minimal walking.

It fits best if you:

• Are a Slow Horses fan who wants locations plus story context
• Like short walking tours that still feel like you learned something
• Want an easy ending near food at Leadenhall Market
• Prefer small groups over big crowds

It might be less ideal if you:

• Hate walking that adds up by the end of the day
• Don’t want the tour to be mostly show-and-book references
• Need very flexible pacing, since it stays structured as a group walk

Quick practical tips before you go

A few things will make this feel smooth from start to finish:

• Wear comfortable shoes for steady walking, because the route adds up
• Bring your phone charged for the mobile ticket and for map navigation to GreggsU1
• Arrive a bit early at the meeting spot so you’re not rushing
• If you’re going straight to food after, think about keeping some room in your stomach for Leadenhall Market

Also, the tour is offered in English, and it’s designed for people who can participate in a walking experience.

Should you book the Slow Horses locations TV walking tour?

I think you should book this if Slow Horses is one of your current comfort watches—or if you like the books and want a London map version of the story. The mix of show landmarks, guided city history, and a small group size is a strong value for a 2-hour plan.

Skip it only if you want a more general London history tour with minimal show references. The whole structure is built around Slow Horses geography and the storytelling that comes with it.

If you are on the fence, my tipping point would be this: if you’ll rewatch episodes anyway, getting your bearings in the real neighborhoods makes that rewatch more fun. And you get a straightforward finish at Leadenhall Market when you’re done.

FAQ

How long is the Slow Horses locations TV walking tour in London?

It runs for about 2 hours.

What language is the tour offered in?

The tour is offered in English.

Where does the tour start?

The start point is GreggsU1, 91 City Rd, London EC1Y 1BD, UK.

Where does the tour end?

The tour ends at Leadenhall Market, Gracechurch St, London EC3V 1LT, UK.

How big is the group on this tour?

The tour has a maximum of 15 travelers.

Do I need a ticket on my phone?

Yes, you receive a mobile ticket.

Are the stops inside paid attractions?

The tour lists admission tickets for the stops as free.

Is free cancellation available?

Yes. You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

How far do I need to walk?

You should be prepared to walk about 3 miles.

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