Richard is a vastly experienced London Tour Guide having worked in the industry for 25 years, He started out working for Historic Royal Palaces based at Hampton Court Palace before becoming a guide with The Original London Tour (now Toot Bus) and later a guide manager for Golden Tours. His career has seen him work at many of London’s major attractions including The London Film Museum, The Tower Bridge Museum, a long stint at The Harry Potter studio tour and even at Buckingham Palace itself. His varied career has also seen him working for Merlin Entertainments (The company who own and run The London Eye, Madame Tussauds, Sealife etc) City Cruises and combine his passion for sports and particularly Football to work as a guide at Chelsea FC, West Ham United FC and Wembley Stadium tours. For the past 4 years Richard has been running independent small group walking tours via Guruwalks, using his vast passion for London, deep knowledge and experience to bring London to life for thousands of happy visitors every year.
“Be Curious (Not Judgemental)” on this free (pay what you feel) walking tour of the picturesque suburb of Richmond, home to the multi award winning Apple TV series Ted Lasso and the fictional AFC Richmond.
This one hour tour will take you to up, to a dozen filming locations of the hit series including the locations of several iconic scenes, and instantly recognisable locations for any “Ted Head” including Rebecca’s house, Teds apartment and of course the famous “Crown and Anchor” pub and more.
Guided by a local who grew up just 3 miles away and who is also a huge football (And Ted) fan. Discover hidden gems and secrets linked to both the show and Richmond itself, learn about Richmond’s vital role in British sporting heritage and it’s massive royal connections and its part in significant events in British and European history, and of course how it spawned one of the biggest TV shows on the planet.
Starting at Richmond Station an easy journey from central London, and finishing at The Princes Head pub (aka The crown and anchor) this tour explores many areas of the town used for filming one of the biggest tv shows of the decade.
So join us on this delightful tour and walk in the very footsteps of Ted, Beard, Rebecca, Roy, Keeley, Nate, Jade, Sam and many others of the most successful TV show in Apple TV history, a cultural phenomenon which has now been streamed nearly 20 billion times worldwide.
Come on you Greyhounds!!!!
📃THE BASICS📃- What you need to know! (And the boring legal bit)
📍The Tour Starts outside Richmond Railway station at 10.30 (District line London Underground or South Western Railway from Waterloo, Vauxhall or Clapham Junction) Please note that there may be several tour groups here so make sure you find the right one. I will be wearing a flat grey cap and carrying a black backpack
📍The tour ends outside The Princes Head Pub a 3 minute walk back to Richmond Station at Approx 11.30
🧑🦽The route is mostly flat with a couple of small inclines, and a few sets of steps, on either paved roads or at one point across grass, unfortunately there are several sets of stairs which may be difficult for those in wheelchairs or with buggies. A comfortable pair of shoes or trainers is sufficient, no need for any specific footwear, although it is advised against wearing high heels.
🐕🦺The tour is suitable for dogs but they MUST be kept on a lead at all times.
🥤🥪Please note that there are very limited Toilet facilities or refreshments on this tour (there are several cafes at the start point) You may eat and drink on the tour (please no alcohol) but please be responsible and take any rubbish with you until you can find a bin. Smoking and vaping is forbidden on this tour for the comfort of all participants.
👉Also please note that all participants are responsible for their own safety at all times. This also includes crossing any roads or cycle paths.
👉Please follow any instructions given to you by myself, police officers or any other person in an authoritative position whilst on the tour.
🎒Please take basic precautions with your personal belongings. All visitors are responsible for any personal possessions. Neither the guide or Guru Walks accept any liability for loss or damage to personal possessions or any personal injury or death whist taking part on the tour.
📩 If you have any questions please feel free to contact me via the tour guru website
I look forward to welcoming you
Please meet directly outside the exit of Richmond Station. Just to the left of the bus stop. I will be wearing a flat grey cap and carrying a small black rucksack.
Also known as The Crown and Anchor this is the iconic spot for any Ted Lasso fan
The location of Ted’s apartment with several shops selling Ted Lasso memorabilia
A picturesque spot featuring in several key moments in the show
The hub of the town and the show itself another iconic spot for Ted heads
See what remains of where the once Great Tudor royal place stood which played a major part in British history and development of Richmond itself
Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end of the tour the amount that he or she considers appropriate (these usually range from €10 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).
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