Rivals Tour

Day tour of Rivals filming locations by coach including over 10 locations from both seasons

Tour Detail Content Image
Tour Detail Content Image
Availability Icon

Availability: Public Tours: Friday at 9am (April - Sep)
Private Tours: Daily at 9am (Jan – Dec)

Ages Icon

Ages: Adults, All Ages, Kids

Duration Icon

Duration: 9 hours

Tour Type Icon

Tour Type: Coach / Bus Tour

Language Icon

Language: English

Location Icon
Start Location: Bus Stop A, York, Memorial Gardens, Leeman Rd, YO1 6FZ
End Location: York

Tour Highlights

  • Visit the grand country house used as one of the most recognisable family homes in Rivals
  • See the filming location used for the series' famous polo scenes
  • Discover locations connected to the television industry storylines that drive much of the drama
  • Explore beautiful countryside settings and historic market towns featured throughout the series.
  • Hear behind-the-scenes stories about the cast, production and adaptation of Jilly Cooper's bestselling novel
Select Your Tour Type (Private/Public)
Ticket Price
Adult £75

About This Tour

  • Tour description

    Rivals Filming Locations Coach Tour

    Join this full-day coach tour exploring the stunning filming locations used in the hit Disney+ drama Rivals. Based on the bestselling novel by Jilly Cooper, Rivals is packed with power struggles, romance, scandal and glamour, all set against the backdrop of the affluent and competitive world of 1980s television and high society.

    Travelling through picturesque countryside, elegant market towns and impressive country estates, this tour visits many of the key locations featured throughout the series. Along the way, your guide will reveal behind-the-scenes stories about the making of the show, the cast and crew, and how various locations were transformed for the fictional world of Rutshire.

    Fans will have the opportunity to see locations used as the homes of major characters, settings for dramatic confrontations, glamorous social gatherings, polo matches, television industry scenes and much more. You will learn how the production recreated Jilly Cooper’s iconic world and discover fascinating facts about the filming process.

    Whether you’re a devoted fan of Rivals or simply enjoy visiting beautiful filming locations, this coach tour offers a memorable day exploring the real places behind one of television’s biggest dramas.

  • Itinerary

    9am– Depart Bristol

    Meet your guide and board the coach for a full day exploring filming locations used throughout Rivals.

    Morning

    Visit the market town featured in several scenes throughout the series, where you’ll learn how the production used its historic streets and surroundings to create the atmosphere of Rutshire.

    Continue to one of the most important filming locations in the series, used as the grand country home of one of the show’s central families. Explore the exterior and hear how this location became one of the visual centrepieces of Rivals.

    Travel to the location used for the polo club scenes, where many of the show’s rivalries, romances and social dramas unfold.

    Lunch Break

    Enjoy free time for lunch in a picturesque location featured during filming.

    Afternoon

    Visit the location used for the television and aviation-related sequences, where you’ll discover how production teams adapted the site for some of the series’ most memorable moments.

    Continue to locations used for high-society events, glamorous receptions and key character encounters featured throughout the drama.

    Explore the elegant square and surrounding streets which appear in several scenes, providing the backdrop to life within the world of Rivals.

    Finish the afternoon by visiting locations used as impressive private residences and countryside settings featured throughout the series.

    5pm – Return to Bristol

    Arrive back at Bristol Station.

  • Extras for your Wuthering Heights Trip

    Accommodation Suggestions

    If you’re staying overnight, we recommend checking out Booking.com – click here for convenient hotel options.

    Travelling by Train

    Travelling by train? Save money by booking your tickets in advance through trainline website.

    Luggage Storage

    Need somewhere to leave your bags? We recommend using Bounce for convenient luggage storage.

  • FAQ's / Good to Know

    Is the tour accessible?
    – This guided tour is not accessible for wheelchair users or parents with prams or buggies due to the uneven surfaces on the route. British Sign Language is not provided on the tour.

    Do children need to be accompanied?
    – All people under 18 (i.e. 17 years old and younger) must be accompanied by an adult (aged 18 years or over) on all tours

    Is the tour suitable for children?
    – No as the tour contains adult content

    Does the tour still go ahead if there is bad weather?
    – Yes, unless on very rare occasions when we have to cancel e.g Force Majeure

  • Why book with us?

    – Free Cancellations – Cancel for free up to 24 hours before departure—no questions asked.

    – Unlimited Rescheduling – Change your tour date as many times as you need without extra charges.

    – Save £££s Booking Direct – Enjoy the guaranteed lowest price when you book directly with us (the direct operator of the tour).

    – Hassle-Free Booking Experience – Get excellent customer service with your questions answered quickly and easily by our expert team who know the tours better than anyone.

    Trip Protection InsuranceAdd extra peace of mind with optional trip protection insurance available at checkout.

  • Inclusions / Exclusions

    – Inclusions: Registered Driver Guide, Mini coach transport, entry to the Bronte Museum

    – Exclusions: Food and drink. Gratuities (optional). Car / Booster seats for children under 3 years.

  • Disclaimer

What Our Guests Say

Hear from travelers who've experienced our cinematic adventures

Other Tours you might like

(4.9) • 24 reviews
Only Fools and Horses Tour

Three hour guided Only Fools and Horses tour of external filming locations visiting classic scenes...

3 ½ hours
From £23
(4.9) • 746 reviews
Gavin and Stacey Tour [OFFICIAL]

Visit locations from the TV show on our Official Barry Island Tours including the church...

3 ½ hours
From £32.50

Why Choose Brit Movie Tours

We offer unique cinematic experiences with expert guides and exclusive access

Expert Guides

Knowledgeable film enthusiasts with insider knowledge and great stories

Premium Transport

Comfortable, luxury coaches for many of our tours

Skip-the-Line Access

Exclusive access to popular attractions and studios

24 hour cancellation

Free 24 hour cancellation available

Awards Background

Awards

Award Image
Award Image
Award Image
Award Image
Award Image
Award Image
Award Image
Award Image
Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence Logo
Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence Logo
Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence Logo
Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence Logo
Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence Logo 2012
Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence Logo