Slow Horses Locations – TV Walking Tour in London

The best part of this Slow Horses walking tour is the way fiction is tied to real London streets. You begin at Bunhill Fields, near Blake’s grave, then follow the route toward the locations used for Slough House, the Barbican, Bank Junction, and Leadenhall Market. It gives the series a physical shape beyond the screen.

I like the small group limit of 15 people, which should make it easier to hear Susannah and ask questions. I also like that the tour adds London history and real espionage context, rather than simply pointing at film locations. The main drawback is the pace and distance: expect about three miles of walking in roughly two hours, and take care when finding the meeting point at Greggs on City Road.

Key details before you book

• Start at Bunhill Fields: The tour begins beside William Blake’s grave, one of the places linked with Jackson Lamb’s team.
• See the real Slough House inspiration: You’ll stop outside the building connected with the fictional MI5 dumping ground.
• Walk through the Barbican: About 45 minutes are spent around the Barbican and Aldersgate, a major setting for the show.
• Hear more than filming trivia: Susannah covers the books, the television series, London history, and real espionage.
• Finish at Leadenhall Market: The final stop is well placed for food or a drink after the walk.
• Plan for a three-mile route: The tour lasts about two hours and includes regular outdoor walking through central London.

Following Jackson Lamb’s London from Bunhill Fields

The tour starts at Greggs, at 91 City Road, close to Bunhill Fields. This is not just a practical meeting place. Bunhill Fields provides the first useful bit of atmosphere, with its historic burial ground and literary connection.

The opening stop is at William Blake’s grave. In the world of Slow Horses, this area works as one of the meeting places for Jackson Lamb’s discarded spies. That contrast is part of the fun: a real London site with a long cultural past becomes part of a modern spy story.

I like this beginning because it gives you something to look at while the group gathers. It also sets the tone for the rest of the walk. You are not visiting a studio exhibit or a recreated set. You are tracing ordinary streets and public places that have been reshaped by the show’s story.

Susannah uses this early section to explain more about Slow Horses and the novels by Mick Herron. If you have watched the series but not read the books, this is a useful chance to understand how the fictional team fits into the wider Slough House world.

You should arrive with enough time to find the meeting point. One person had trouble with the extra location numbers in Apple Maps, so a simple search for the full address is sensible. The supplied meeting point is GreggsU1, 91 City Road, London EC1Y 1BD.

The Barbican and Aldersgate: concrete, corridors, and spy fiction

The longest part of the walk takes place around the Barbican and Aldersgate. Allow about 45 minutes here. This is where the tour shifts from a literary introduction to a closer look at the city spaces used for the show.

The Barbican is one of London’s most distinctive areas, with its elevated walkways, concrete buildings, plazas, and carefully planned pedestrian routes. The Barbican Highwalk is especially useful for understanding why the area works so well on screen. Its unusual levels and passages create the kind of setting where a spy can appear, disappear, or be watched without the scene feeling artificial.

You will hear how the area relates to the fictional Slough House neighborhood. The guide also points out filming locations and explains how the real streets and buildings were used. Some locations may look familiar from the series, while others become more interesting once you know their connection.

I would not book this only for a quick collection of photo stops. The Barbican portion is about setting and context. You are walking through a major piece of postwar London architecture while learning how it serves the tense, slightly shabby world of the show.

This is also where the added London information earns its place. The tour is not limited to television production details. Susannah brings in facts about the city and real espionage, which gives the route more substance for anyone who enjoys London’s past as much as screen locations.

The concrete walkways may be striking, but they are not everyone’s idea of a classic London view. If you want palaces, river vistas, or old-fashioned lanes, this tour takes a different route. Its appeal comes from architecture, city planning, and the uneasy spaces between office districts and public walkways.

The real building behind Slough House

One of the most useful stops is outside the real-life inspiration for Slough House. In the series, this is where MI5 careers go to die, a gloomy destination for agents who have made mistakes or lost favor.

Seeing the real building helps explain the joke at the heart of the story. Slough House is fictional, but its sense of institutional exile feels more convincing when you can connect it with an actual London location.

The stop is outside, so do not expect an interior visit. That is worth knowing before you book. The value comes from the explanation, the visual connection with the show, and the chance to see how the fictional office fits into the surrounding city.

Fans of the books should get extra value here. The guide discusses both the television version and the original book series, helping you notice where the two versions overlap and where they differ. Fans of the show can also bring their own questions about characters, scenes, and filming details.

Susannah has been praised for keeping up with the series and for offering a sharp Jackson Lamb impersonation. That sort of detail matters on a themed walk. A guide who knows only the most obvious locations can make the experience feel thin, while a guide who follows the characters and books can add context between stops.

Bank Junction and the Royal Exchange

From the Barbican area, the route continues toward Bank Junction and the Royal Exchange. This section takes about 30 minutes and moves you through one of the City of London’s most important commercial areas.

Bank Junction is tied to key scenes in Slow Horses. It also gives the tour a change of mood. The Barbican has a controlled, modernist feel, while the Bank area brings grand commercial buildings, busy streets, and the pressure of central London business life.

The Royal Exchange adds another strong visual point. Even if you are mainly here for the show, you get a look at a part of London where money, power, and old institutions meet. That makes it a fitting setting for stories about spies, bureaucracy, and people trying to protect their position.

This part of the walk is also where practical footwear matters. The route covers several miles, and the experience is designed as a continuous city walk rather than a series of short stops reached by transport. You will get more from it if you are comfortable walking for two hours and staying with the group.

The group limit of 15 is helpful here. City streets can be noisy, especially around major business junctions. A smaller group gives the guide a better chance to keep everyone together and makes it easier for you to hear explanations without standing at the back.

Leadenhall Market gives the tour a useful ending

The final stop is Leadenhall Market, reached after the Royal Exchange and Bank Junction section. The market is another Slow Horses location, so the walk ends with one last connection to the series rather than fading out at an unrelated street corner.

Leadenhall Market is also a practical place to finish. You can stop for food or a drink afterward, which is handy because the tour does not include a meal. The ending lets you continue your London day without needing to return to the starting point.

The route runs from City Road to Leadenhall Market, so plan your transport around the end rather than expecting a circular walk. The finishing address is Gracechurch Street, London EC3V 1LT.

Fifteen minutes are set aside for this final stop. That is enough to point out the connection and leave you with time to look around, but it is not a long guided visit. If you want to explore the market at leisure, stay afterward.

What you get for $27.62

At $27.62 per person, the tour is priced like a modest London walking experience rather than a full-day attraction. You are paying for a guide-led route, show and book knowledge, local history, and access to a small group. There are no separate admission charges for the listed stops.

The value depends on how much you want interpretation. You can walk past the Barbican, Bank Junction, and Leadenhall Market on your own, but you will not automatically know which streets connect with Slow Horses or how the real Slough House inspiration fits the story.

I think the price works best for fans who have already watched several episodes or read the books. You will recognize the names and locations, and the extra details can make a later rewatch more enjoyable. One attendee specifically found that the new information changed the way the series could be watched again.

If you are only mildly curious about the show, the London history may still make the walk worthwhile. But the route is not a general sightseeing tour. Its central purpose is Slow Horses, so someone who has never seen the series may miss much of its appeal.

The tour is offered in English and uses a mobile ticket. Confirmation arrives when you book. Free cancellation is available if you cancel at least 24 hours before the start time. Changes or cancellations inside that window are not accepted for a refund.

Who will enjoy this Slow Horses route most

This experience is a good match for you if:

• You have watched the series and want to connect scenes with real places.
• You have read the books and enjoy hearing how the fictional setting relates to London.
• You like walking tours that mix popular culture with local history.
• You want a small group rather than a large crowd.
• You are comfortable covering about three miles on foot.
• You enjoy unusual modern architecture as much as traditional landmarks.

It may be less suitable if you want a relaxed, short outing with little walking. The tour lasts about two hours, but the distance is enough to require comfortable shoes and a reasonable level of mobility.

Most people can take part, and service animals are allowed. The route is near public transportation, though the information provided does not specify particular stations or step-free access. If those details matter to you, ask before booking.

Small touches that make the walk better

The strongest part of this experience is the guide’s role. Susannah is described as enthusiastic and well-informed about the show, the books, London, and espionage. Her Jackson Lamb impersonation adds humor without changing the main purpose of the walk.

You may also get lucky and see filming taking place. That is not promised, so do not book on the expectation of meeting actors or watching production. Treat it as an unexpected bonus if it happens.

The route has enough variety to keep it from feeling like a single-location photo hunt. You begin in a historic burial ground, cross the Barbican’s modern walkways, visit the setting linked with Slough House, pass through Bank Junction, and finish in a covered market.

I also like the fact that the tour ends in a useful place. Leadenhall Market gives you somewhere to pause, eat, and continue exploring the City of London. That is more convenient than ending beside an anonymous office block.

Should you book the Slow Horses walking tour?

Book it if you want the show to feel more real after watching it. The combination of Bunhill Fields, the Barbican, the Slough House inspiration, Bank Junction, the Royal Exchange, and Leadenhall Market gives you a clear route through the series’ London.

The tour is especially good value for committed fans who want book details, filming information, and real espionage stories rather than only a list of locations. The small group and strong guide feedback add to its appeal.

Skip it if you are not interested in Slow Horses or if three miles of city walking sounds tiring. For fans who are ready to follow Jackson Lamb’s world through the real streets of London, though, this is a focused and entertaining way to spend two hours.

FAQ

Where does the Slow Horses walking tour start?

It starts at GreggsU1, 91 City Road, London EC1Y 1BD, UK, near Bunhill Fields.

Where does the tour finish?

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

How long does the tour last?

The tour lasts approximately two hours.

How much walking is involved?

You should be prepared to walk about three miles during the experience.

What locations are included?

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

Is the tour offered in English?

Yes. The tour is offered in English.

How many people can join the group?

The maximum group size is 15 people.

Is the tour suitable for most people?

Most people can participate. Service animals are allowed, and the tour takes place near public transportation.

Can I cancel for a refund?

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