30/06/2026
When Ted Lasso bounced onto our screens, it brought a heavy dose of optimism, biscuits, and a visually stunning, quintessential version of England. While AFC Richmond is a fictional football club, the charming, leaf-lined streets, historic pubs, and massive stadiums featured in the show are very much real.
If you want to live like a Greyhound for a day, you can actually visit most of these iconic places. The series was primarily filmed in and around London. Here is the ultimate map of the real-world locations that brought the show’s heartwarming world to life.
The majority of the series’ local neighborhood charm takes place in Richmond upon Thames, an affluent, picturesque district in Southwest London. It is roughly a 30-minute underground ride from central London on the District Line, making it incredibly accessible for a DIY fan tour.
Ted’s iconic walk to work starts right outside his front door. The narrow, pedestrian-only alleyway where he lives is Paved Court, a charming lane filled with local boutiques and cafes.
Fan Fact: In the show, Ted lives at flat 9 ½. If you visit the real building, look out for the black door marked 11A—that’s the actual entrance used for exterior shots. (The interior scenes of his apartment were filmed on a soundstage).
Just steps away from Ted’s flat is the Crown & Anchor, where Mae rules the bar and the local trio of die-hard fans offer their loud commentary.
In reality, this is The Prince’s Head, a beautifully preserved pub that is over 300 years old. While the interior matches were filmed at West London Film Studios, the outside looks exactly as it does on TV, and the pub has embraced its fame by showcasing AFC Richmond memorabilia inside.
The 12-acre public park where Ted and Coach Beard sit on a bench, where children play pickup football games, and where Roy Kent eventually coaches his niece Phoebe’s team is Richmond Green. It sits directly adjacent to the pub and Paved Court.
If you want to experience the magic of Richmond without getting lost in the back alleys, you can book a fully guided experience. The Brit Movie Tours Ted Lasso Tour is a 2-hour, 2-mile walking tour led by local expert guides (and certified “Tedheads”) who know the ins and outs of the production.
Setting off right from Richmond Station, the tour guides you through more than 12 actual filming locations spanning all three seasons. Along the way, you’ll hit major landmarks and lesser-known corners, including:
Ted’s Front Door: See the exact lane and grab a selfie outside his flat.
The Thinking Bench: Sit on the famous riverside bench along the Thames where Ted shares his deep, reflective heart-to-hearts.
Rom-Com Highlights: Walk the exact paths where Keeley and Roy went on their memorable first date, as well as the spot where Rebecca had her famously awkward double date.
The Grand Finale: The tour wraps up right outside The Prince’s Head (The Crown & Anchor), leaving you in the perfect spot to pop inside for a pint of real ale and soak up the neighborhood vibe.
It’s an incredible way to get behind-the-scenes trivia about characters like Roy, Keeley, and Nate while exploring the genuine history of Richmond-upon-Thames.
While Richmond is the emotional home of the team, Ted Lasso utilized a patchwork of real-life football grounds across London to create the home of the Greyhounds.
| Fictional Location | Real-Life Filming Location | What Was Filmed There |
| Nelson Road Stadium (Home Ground) | Selhurst Park (South London) | The home stadium of Crystal Palace FC was used for all of AFC Richmond’s dramatic home match action. |
| AFC Richmond Training Ground | SkyEx Community Stadium (Hayes) | Home to semi-professional club Hayes & Yeading United FC. This is where the Greyhounds run drills, and the complex also housed Rebecca’s offices. |
| The FA Cup Semi-Final | Wembley Stadium (Northwest London) | The legendary, real-life home of English football was used at the end of Season 2. |
| West Ham United’s Stadium | London Stadium (East London) | The former 2012 Olympic stadium, now home to West Ham United, features heavily in Season 3 during Nate’s coaching stint. |
| Goodison Park (Everton match) | Craven Cottage (West London) | Fulham FC’s historic lakeside stadium stood in for Everton’s home ground during Season 1. |
As the show grew, the team ventured outside of their immediate South London bubble.
In neighboring Twickenham, just across the River Thames from Richmond, you can find the spot where Roy, Keeley, and Phoebe spend an afternoon by the water. The bench they sit on is located on the Embankment directly in front of the Twickenham Rowing Club on Eel Pie Island.
In Season 3, the team heads across the English Channel for a memorable night out in Amsterdam. Rather than using green screens, the entire episode was filmed on location. Key spots you can spot in the background include:
The historic Skinny Bridge (Magere Brug) over the Amstel River.
The Van Gogh Museum, where some deep character conversations take place.
The Jazz Café Alto, where Coach Beard lives out his eclectic evening.
Whether you’re looking to grab a pint at The Prince’s Head, stroll through Paved Court hoping for a whiff of shortbread, or book a stadium tour at Selhurst Park, the real-world locations of Ted Lasso capture the exact same welcoming, community-driven magic that made audiences fall in love with the show.
