Slow Horses London Film Locations Tour in a Classic Black Cab
Step into the gritty world of espionage and betrayal with a unique tour through the London film locations featured in the acclaimed Slow Horses series, all from the comfort of a traditional London black cab. This thrilling ride will take you deep into the heart of the city, visiting iconic spots where the MI5 misfits from Slough House navigate their shadowy missions.
Highlights Of The Tour In No Particular Order:
1. Barbican – Slough House HQ
Austere, Brutalist architecture of the Barbican Estate, home to the fictional Slough House, where Jackson Lamb leads his band of disgraced agents. You’ll see the towering concrete structures that create the perfect backdrop for the series’ intense scenes of intrigue and secrecy.
2. River Thames Embankment – Spymaster’s Stroll
A drive long the River Thames embankment, where several pivotal scenes unfold, with views of the iconic MI5 headquarters at Thames House. Feel the tension build as you’re transported into the world of high-stakes intelligence work, right in the heart of London.
3. Little Bit Of This, Little Bit of That – Homes And Walk By Scenes
We stop at the imposing Leadenhall market, with its industrial grandeur serving as a dramatic backdrop. Whilst in the area it would be churlish not to stop at Roddy’s flat, along with a couple of other places making for some of Slow Horses’ most gripping moments.
4. Lambeth Bridge – High-Stakes Drama
A key bridge in the series, Lambeth Bridge sets the stage for crucial scenes that keep audiences on edge. We’ll pause here to recount the fast-paced action and pivotal events that unfold on this historic crossing.
5. Soho – Streets of Intrigue
The maze-like streets of Soho are a hotbed of covert operations, and we’ll delve into this vibrant neighbourhood, where characters from Slow Horses engage in secret pursuits and tense stand-offs. You’ll experience the electric atmosphere of this bohemian district, long associated with both London’s entertainment scene and its clandestine corners.
6. Regent’s Park – MI5 Headquarters
The beautiful green spaces of Regent’s Park contrast sharply with the sinister world of espionage, but it’s here, just around the corner, that MI5’s fictional headquarters reside. Our journey will pass through this famous area, home to intelligence meetings and plot twists, not forgetting where Lamb and lady Di meet up.
7. Southbank – The City’s Underbelly
The Slow Horses series, with its gritty and tense atmosphere, makes excellent use of London’s Southbank area to portray the world of espionage and shadowy dealings. See where Standish gets kidnapped.
What’s Included:
• A knowledgeable guide/driver with insider knowledge of Slow Horses filming locations
• Stories and anecdotes from the series, and the historical significance of each location
• Plenty of opportunities for photos at key spots
Practical Information:
• Duration: Approximately 4 hours
• Starting point: Custom pickup from any central London location or additional charge if further out
• End point: Flexible – finish at a café or pub near a famous filming spot, or return to your starting point
• Price: £385 for 4 hours or £690 for 8 hours
• Availability: Daily
Whether you’re a fan of Slow Horses, British espionage thrillers, or just looking to explore London through a new lens, this tour is a perfect way to experience the hidden side of the capital. Step into the world of spies and intrigue, as our black cab takes you through the streets that bring Slow Horses to life!
