Slow Horses Locations – TV Walking Tour in London

The best part of this Slow Horses walking tour is the way it links the show’s grim spy offices with the real streets around the Barbican and the City of London. You’ll visit places connected with Jackson Lamb’s team, hear how the book series fits in, and get useful London history along the way.

I like the small group size, capped at 15, and the fact that guide Susannah brings more than filming trivia. She covers real espionage and has even been praised for a spot-on Jackson Lamb impression. The tour ends at Leadenhall Market, so you can easily continue with food or a drink.

The main consideration is the walking. The route covers about three miles in roughly two hours, with limited time to linger at each stop. Finding the start at Greggs on City Road may also take a little care, especially if you rely on Apple Maps.

Key points for Slow Horses fans

• Start at Blake’s grave in Bunhill Fields: The opening stop connects William Blake’s burial place with one of the show’s meeting points for Jackson Lamb’s team.
• Walk through the Barbican and Aldersgate: This is the heart of the fictional Slough House area and includes striking postwar architecture.
• See the real inspiration for Slough House: You’ll stop outside the building linked to the show’s miserable MI5 posting.
• Hear more than filming facts: Susannah covers the books, real espionage, London history, and details that can add fun to a later rewatch.
• Travel with no more than 15 people: The group cap should make it easier to hear the guide and ask questions.
• Finish at Leadenhall Market: The tour ends near places to eat, and the market itself appears in the series.

Why this London walk works for Slow Horses fans

Slow Horses is a natural fit for a walking tour because the show’s world depends on place. Its spies are not sweeping through glamorous international capitals. They are stuck in offices, crossing ordinary streets, and trying to look useful in a city that has seen every kind of secret work before.

This walk gives those settings a physical shape. You can move from a quiet cemetery to the Barbican’s concrete walkways, then on toward the City’s grand financial buildings. That contrast helps explain the tone of the show. The tour is not only about pointing at a doorway and saying a scene was filmed here.

You’ll also hear about Mick Herron’s book series, which matters if you know the Apple TV series but have not read the novels. The guide can help connect the fictional Slough House team with the wider world Herron created. For dedicated fans, those extra links may be more useful than a simple list of filming sites.

The group limit of 15 is another practical strength. A larger film-location group can turn every stop into a crowd-control exercise. Here, you should have a better chance of hearing Susannah, seeing what she points out, and asking about a favorite character or scene.

Bunhill Fields and Blake’s grave

The walk starts at Bunhill Fields, at Blake’s grave. This is a fitting beginning for a show that mixes literary roots, London streets, and the shabby afterlife of an intelligence career.

The grave serves as one of the meeting places associated with Jackson Lamb’s team. It gives the tour an immediate connection to the show, but the setting also adds something beyond television. Bunhill Fields is a historic burial ground, and the guide uses the area to bring in London context before the group heads toward the fictional Slough House.

This first section lasts about 30 minutes, and admission is free. That makes it a relaxed opening rather than a rushed photo stop. You can get your bearings, meet the group, and settle into the rhythm of walking and listening.

I would arrive early here. The official meeting point is listed as GreggsU1, 91 City Road, London EC1Y 1BD. One person had trouble with the extra characters in the address when using Apple Maps, so double-check the location before leaving your hotel. The start is near public transportation, but the information provided does not name a particular station.

The Barbican Highwalk and Aldersgate

The longest part of the route is the 45-minute section around the Barbican Highwalk and Aldersgate. This is where the fictional Slough House neighborhood gets its strongest real-world setting.

The Barbican can feel unlike the London most first-time visitors expect. Its elevated walkways, heavy concrete forms, and layered paths create a slightly disorienting city within the city. That makes it a good match for Slow Horses, where people are often unsure who is watching, where they are going, or how much trouble is waiting around the corner.

You’ll explore the area rather than simply stop for a single photograph. The guide explains where the show is set and points out how the real surroundings have been used on screen. The walking itself is part of the appeal. You are not being driven between isolated locations, so you can see how the streets, walkways, offices, and public spaces fit together.

This is also where the London-history side of the tour earns its keep. If you have already watched every episode, a string of familiar scenes may only hold your attention for so long. Context about the Barbican and Aldersgate gives the walk a wider purpose.

The downside is that the Barbican can be confusing to navigate on your own. Stay close to the guide, particularly if you stop to take photographs. Comfortable shoes are a sensible choice, since the full walk is around three miles.

Outside the real Slough House

One of the most useful stops comes outside the real-life building that inspired the fictional Slough House. In the show, it is where MI5 careers go to die, and the joke works because the building has such a powerful place in the story.

This stop should appeal most to fans who want to understand the gap between fiction and fact. The guide explains the connection rather than asking you to accept a vague resemblance. You’ll see the real location linked with the idea of a dumping ground for unwanted intelligence officers, then place it within the fictional world of Jackson Lamb and his team.

Do not expect a major interior attraction. This is an exterior location, and the value comes from the explanation, the connection to the books, and the chance to see the setting in its London surroundings. If your ideal television tour includes elaborate sets or access behind closed doors, this walk may feel modest.

That modesty is also part of its appeal. Slow Horses works because it turns ordinary offices and streets into places loaded with tension. Seeing the real building helps you understand how much of the show’s atmosphere comes from everyday London rather than from a purpose-built spy fantasy.

Bank Junction and the Royal Exchange

The route continues toward Bank Junction, with a stop connected to the Royal Exchange building. This changes the mood again. The grim, enclosed world of Slough House gives way to the formal architecture of the City, an area shaped by money, business, and public power.

For the show, Bank Junction is important because key scenes are set around it. For you, the stop offers a chance to see how the series uses central London as more than background decoration. The City can look polished and imposing, which makes it a useful counterpoint to the team’s low status and constant professional frustration.

The Royal Exchange is also a good place for the guide to add London context. You are not just following a fictional spy trail. You are crossing an old part of the city, where large public buildings sit close to narrow streets and modern office life.

This section lasts about 30 minutes. It is long enough for several location explanations, but the pace will still be steady. If you want time for detailed architectural photographs, you may need to return on your own. The walking tour is designed to keep moving toward the final stop.

Leadenhall Market, the natural finish

The walk ends at Leadenhall Market after about 15 minutes at the final location. This is another Slow Horses filming site, but it is also one of the most practical places to finish a London walk.

Leadenhall Market gives you a visually distinct ending after the concrete Barbican and the grand City buildings. Its covered setting makes it a pleasant place to pause, and the tour information specifically points to it as a good place to find something to eat.

The finish is not simply a convenient endpoint. It gives you options. You can grab a bite, continue exploring the City, or use the nearby transport network to reach another part of London. The end point is listed as Leadenhall Market, Gracechurch Street, London EC3V 1LT.

Because the tour finishes here, you should plan your afternoon rather than treating the walk as an isolated activity. Pair it with lunch or an early dinner, but allow for the fact that the tour lasts about two hours and covers several miles.

Susannah’s approach and what you’ll learn

Susannah is the named guide associated with the experience. Her strongest role is not simply leading the group from one filming spot to the next. She adds background on the books, the series, London, and real espionage.

That mix matters. A guide who only points out locations can leave you with a handful of photographs but little sense of why the places were chosen. Here, the added historical and espionage context should make the locations easier to remember.

The tour also includes light performance. Susannah has been praised for a convincing Jackson Lamb impression, which suits the show’s dry humor. It is a small detail, but the tone matters on a themed walk. You want enthusiasm without a lecture, and the available comments suggest the guide brings energy as well as subject knowledge.

The experience is offered in English. That is important if you want to follow the book and espionage references closely. The tour has a maximum of 15 people, and most people can participate. Service animals are allowed.

Is $27.62 good value?

At $27.62 per person, the tour is priced reasonably for a two-hour guided walk in central London. You are paying for a specialist theme, a small group, and a guide who connects television locations with books and city history.

The value is strongest if you are already a serious Slow Horses fan. You will recognize the names, understand why Slough House matters, and get more from the discussion of Jackson Lamb’s team. The tour can also add detail to a future rewatch, especially if you enjoy spotting real locations after learning how they fit together.

The value is less certain if you have only watched an episode or two. You will still see several interesting parts of London, but some of the character and book references may not mean much yet. In that case, watch more of the series first, or read at least some of the background material before booking.

There are no separate admission fees listed for the stops, so the price covers the guided experience rather than entry to paid attractions. You should still budget separately for food at Leadenhall Market and any transport you use before or after the walk.

Who should book this walk?

I would recommend it first to fans who have finished several seasons of Slow Horses and want to connect the show with real London. Readers of Mick Herron’s books should get extra value from the discussion of the series’ source material.

It also suits people who enjoy city walks with a clear theme. You do not need to be a spy-fiction expert to appreciate the Barbican, Aldersgate, Bank Junction, and Leadenhall Market. The show gives the route its thread, while London supplies the wider setting.

This is not the best choice for anyone who wants a short, low-effort activity. Three miles in two hours is a proper walk, and the route includes several urban areas where you will keep moving. It may also disappoint visitors looking for indoor access or a film studio tour, since the listed stops are free outdoor locations.

Book at least 24 hours ahead if your plans may change. You can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the start time. Changes or cancellations made inside that window are not accepted for a refund.

FAQ

Where does the Slow Horses walking tour start?

The tour starts at GreggsU1, 91 City Road, London EC1Y 1BD, United Kingdom.

Where does the tour end?

The walk ends at Leadenhall Market on Gracechurch Street, London EC3V 1LT.

How long does the tour last?

The experience lasts approximately two hours.

How much does the tour cost?

The listed price is $27.62 per person.

How large is the group?

The tour has a maximum of 15 travelers.

What language is the tour offered in?

The tour is offered in English.

Which Slow Horses locations are included?

The route includes Bunhill Fields, the Barbican Highwalk, Aldersgate, the real-life inspiration for Slough House, Bank Junction, the Royal Exchange building, and Leadenhall Market.

Does the tour include London history?

Yes. The guide discusses London history during the walk as well as Slow Horses and its fictional and real espionage connections.

Can service animals join the tour?

Yes. Service animals are allowed.

Can I cancel for a full refund?

Yes. You must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time for a full refund. Cancellations or changes made less than 24 hours before the start time are not accepted for a refund.

Should you book the Slow Horses locations tour?

Book this walk if you want the real streets behind Slow Horses, not just a list of screen locations. The small group, Susannah’s show and book knowledge, real espionage context, and useful London background make the experience more substantial than a quick photo hunt.

Before booking, be honest about your walking tolerance and your level of interest in the series. If you know Jackson Lamb, have read or plan to read the books, and enjoy seeing how fiction fits into a real city, $27.62 is a fair price. If you want a shorter route or indoor film access, choose another London activity.