Shared Group Downton Abbey and Highclere Castle Tour from London
Overview
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11 hours
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Visit Highclere Castle, the Cotswolds village of Bampton and other sites on a full-day 'Downton Abbey' tour from London! After traveling to Oxfordshire with an expert guide, knowledgeable about the hit British TV series, visit Cogges Manor Farm (entry included) and then on to Bampton — the real Downton village. See Bampton Library (entry included), the church and the popular Grantham Arms pub, and then pass the afternoon at Highclere Castle, the Grantham family home. Tour the state rooms and gardens and learn all about the real-life Carnarvon family who own the estate.
Numbers are limited to 18 on this small-group tour, ensuring personalized attention from a guide.
Highclere Castle Special Event: Living with a Film Crew - Castle Guided Tours & Talks - 8th to 14th May 2026. Your ticket includes talks on Highclere and other film locations, a guided tour of the Castle State Rooms, Galleried Bedrooms, Egyptian Exhibition and a signed copy of Lady Carnarvon’s book ‘A Year at Highclere’.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please note: Once the booking is submitted all sales are final, non-changeable, non-transferable and incur 100% cancellation penalties
British weather can be variable and so guests are advised to check the weather forecast and dress appropriately. It is recommended to bring some warm clothes with you especially in the winter months and layers are good for adapting to the ever-changing weather conditions. It is a good idea to wear appropriate footwear as there is walking involved on our tours. England is known for its rain so it is advisable to bring a waterproof jacket or umbrella with you.
Large bags and backpacks are not permitted in the Castle grounds. A small storage area is available at the Visitors Reception. Picnics are not permitted within the gardens.
Photography and videography is not permitted inside the Castle but can be used on the Castle grounds and lawns for personal use only.
Pushchairs are not permitted inside of the Castle but can be used around the Castle grounds and lawns.
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
What‘s Included
Entry to Bampton Library
Professional guide
Entry to Cogges Manor Farm
Guided tour of Bampton
Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Entry to Highclere Castle
Food and drinks
Gratuities
What To Expect
Cogges Manor Farm
Leave London’s Marble Arch by air-conditioned minivan, and travel west to the rolling limestone hills of Oxfordshire. On the journey, your guide will keep you entertained with tales and trivia about the Downton Abbey TV series that has a fan base spread all over the world. Filmed mostly in and around Oxfordshire, the British period drama of Downton Abbey documents the dramas and scandals of the fictional Crawley family and their servants in the days leading up to and after the First World War. Hear insider gossip about characters such as Lady Mary, and discover little-known facts about the shooting locations included on your tour. Stop at a farm nestled in the hills near Cogges and enjoy a hot drink (own expense) in the farm’s rustic cafe before discovering a few of the farm’s filming locations.
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Small-Group 'Downton Abbey' and Highclere Castle Tour from London
Reviews
274 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Wonderful day Highclere Castle
Melinda S,
Oct 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Had a great day exploring all things Downton abbey. Michelle and Paul were awesome tour guides sharing lots of stories about filming and the places were Downton Abbey was shot. It was a very fun and fulfilling day and well worth the money and time spent
Great tour of Downton
56royl,
Oct 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amber was a fantastic guide. She made the sights come alive with Downton Abbey stories. The tour was well worth the price.
The best tour to Highclere
IRENE F,
Oct 17, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Abby was te best tour guide. Her knowledge & enthusiasm about Downton Abbey made our visit so much more entertaining & special. She had so many back scene stories that she shared with us that we all were in awe
Worth it
L3902IPjohno,
Oct 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Pricey but worth it. Amber was friendly, enthusiastic, organized, knowledgeable and full of good tips and insight. It was also nice being in a smaller group. More comfortable than being crammed into a huge bus. Great experience overall.
Loved Highclere
Mary K,
Oct 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent day trip and our guide was very helpful and fun! Saw many of the locations of Downton and learned several behind-the-scenes stories. Beautiful and very fun day.
Excellent Downton tour
Frances M,
Sep 9, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Absolutely fantastic day with Andrew as our tour guide. He was so knowledgeable but also funny and made our day something we will treasure. We really felt we got our moneys worth, came all the way from New Zealand to see this area and it was everything we had dreamed of
Highclaire
Billy M,
Sep 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Highclaire Castle tour was great. Our guide, Melissa, was one of the best we've had. Highclaire staff were very friendly. Worth the price even if you're not a Downton Abby fan.
Best tour yet!
Jay M,
Aug 28, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00It was low key. Lots of great information We loved every minute of it. The castle was just like it was in Downton Abby.
Downton Abbey
cheryl P,
Aug 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was a really nice tour our guide Andrew was extremely knowledgeable, the vehicle was very comfortable. Our driver was also great. Visiting the castle was the highlight for me as I am a huge Downton Abbey fan. Visiting Coggs farm was also very nice. I thoroughly enjoyed it. I would definitely recommend this to our company.
Must do this one!
Kristina F,
Aug 27, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Really great schedule..plenty of time on your own and plenty of guided walks. Andrew is very knowledgeable.
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