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Dad's Army Guided Tour & Bury St Edmunds

Step into the world of the much-loved BBC comedy Dad’s Army with a guided tour of filming locations in Thetford, followed by a museum visit, tea, coffee and biscuits. Then enjoy free time in historic Bury St Edmunds, exploring its charming streets, shops and cafés. A delightful day out celebrating a true British television classic

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Step back in time and enjoy a nostalgic visit to Thetford, the real-life setting for the much-loved BBC comedy Dad’s Army. Join a guided walking tour around the town centre, discovering some of the familiar filming locations from the classic TV series and hearing fascinating stories about its characters and production. As Captain Mainwaring might say, “Don’t panic!” — this promises to be a delightful trip down memory lane.

The walking tour lasts approximately 60 minutes.

Afterwards, enjoy tea or coffee and biscuits at the Marigold Tea Rooms, included in the price. There will also be time to explore the museum, watch a short DVD documentary and browse the shop for Dad’s Army souvenirs.

The day continues with free time in historic Bury St Edmunds, where you can explore the charming town centre, browse the shops or relax in one of its cafés at your leisure.

PICK UP ROUTE: J

Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.

Name	Address	Distance
Bridgewood Manor Hotel	Bridgewood Manor Hotel (Bus Stop Outside) Parking Available in Hotel Car Park - Chargeable
Brompton Farm Road	Brompton Farm Rd, Opp Harlech Close junc bus stop Bus stop by Tesco garage on Brompton Farm Road
Chatham Pembroke Court	Chatham Pembroke Court Flats Gala Bingo Go Outdoors heading toward Luton Arches
Chattenden Bus Stop	Main Road - by Jet Garage
Gillingham Watling Street	Gillingham Barnsole Road Junction Watling Street
Hoo Co-op	Hoo Co-op Bus Stop Main Road
Hoo Marina	Hoo Marina Bus Stop
Hoo, Fourwents Road	Hoo, Fourwents Road Bus Stop, Bells Lane On Side of Bowls Club, Opposite Car Park
Rainham Manor Farm	Manor Farm Beefeater Pub, on Maidstone Road
Rainham Mark, Caldew Av	Rainham Mark, Caldew Avenue Bus Stop
Rochester Train Station	Rochester Train Station - Bus Stop Outside On Corporation Street
Strood Passmores	Strood Passmores Bus Stop
Wainscott Co-op	Wainscott Co-op Hollywood Lane
Wainscott Hollywood Ln	Wainscott, Hollywood Lane, Cooling Road Bus Stop Bus stop before 2 mini roundabouts
Wigmore Woodside Bus Stop	Wigmore Woodside Bus Stop near shell garage and vets