Call the Midwife Official Location Tour
01 Mar - 31 Oct 2024
If you’re a fan of the hit series and you’ve been wondering where Call the Midwife is filmed, put yourself in the picture and explore where the real drama happens with a Call the Midwife Official Location Tour.
Created in partnership with award-winning television production company, Neal Street Productions, our Call The Midwife Official Location Tour is the only one of its kind in the world. Whilst the show is set in the East End of London, many of the outside scenes from the BBC series are actually filmed at The Historic Dockyard Chatham in Kent.
Walk in the footsteps of Nurse Trixie Franklin, Sister Julienne and Dr Turner and explore where the real drama happens. You will be guided through the Historic Dockyard by your very own costumed Midwife, armed with a photograph book and tales of their ‘sisters’, before being allowed to explore the sets, costumes and props in the all-new, exclusive gallery.
You’ll see just how Neal Street Productions transform 400 year old Chatham dockyard into East London. Along the tour you’ll recognise the cobbled streets and buildings of ‘Poplar’ plus iconic locations such as the Grosvenor Hotel and ‘Chummy’s Hill’, where Nurse Noakes famously learnt to ride her bike.
Call the Midwife Location Tours run from March – October.
tour prices
Your Call the Midwife Official Location Tour includes a 90 minute, guided Call the Midwife Experience and access to The Historic Dockyard Chatham including its fantastic collection of Historic Warships and Galleries on the day of your visit.
What’s included?
The official tour has been overseen by Call the Midwife producers, Neal Street Productions. It features material from the latest series, as well as props, costumes and set, all guided by your personal costumed midwife.
The tour lasts for 90 minutes.
Walk in the Footsteps
Walking Tour
Walk in the footsteps of Sister Julienne, Nurse Trixie Franklin, Nancy Corrigan and Dr Turner, to explore the cobbled streets and buildings of the Dockyard which double as ‘Poplar’, plus view the iconic locations of Grosvenor Hotel and ‘Chummy’s Hill’.
There are some uneven surfaces and we advise you to wear comfortable foot wear. The tour is wheelchair friendly but please advise us in advance if you have any mobility issues.
Exclusive Gallery
Sets & Props
An exclusive gallery featuring sets, costumes, props and unique artefacts. Visit Fred Buckle’s shop to view the vintage sweets and treats and snap a perfect selfie over the counter in Violet’s Haberdashery or take a seat in Dr. Turner’s waiting area. Brush past beautiful costumes, as you get up close to popular props, including treasured wedding dresses and uniforms.
Day Ticket
Dockyard Entry
Your Call the Midwife Official Location Tour ticket also gives you access to the wider Historic Dockyard site, including all galleries and exhibitions on the day of your tour.
Shop
Merchandise
After your Call the Midwife Tour don’t forget to pop into the shop to browse through the Call the Midwife merchandise. From branded tea, jams, fridge magnets to books and mugs – wonderful memorabilia from your day.
An extra treat
Cream Tea
Add an extra treat to your afternoon with our delicious Cream Tea in the Mess Deck Restaurant. Including a fresh Fruit Scone, Clotted Cream, Strawberry Preserve, a Chocolate dipped Strawberry and your choice of Tea or Coffee. Add some bubbles with a 200ml bottle of Prosecco. Simply add this to your booking when selecting a date.
Our Cream Tea is served in the Mess Deck restaurant. Please show your email confirmation receipt at checkout and take a seat ready to be served your delicious treat.
Gift Vouchers
The perfect gift for any Call the Midwife super fan! This voucher is presented an e-ticket for the Call the Midwife Official Location Tours at The Historic Dockyard Chatham (no date selection is needed at the time of purchase).
A phone number is provided on the voucher for the recipient to call to book the tour at a time that is convenient to them.
On location
Walk in their footsteps …
Whilst we can’t guarantee you’ll spot any of the cast or crew from Call the Midwife on your tour, we are lucky to have welcomed them to the Historic Dockyard on many occasions.
“Just wanted to say how much we all enjoyed the tour last Wednesday. The whole experience was very enjoyable and the display brought it to life. I would also like to say how much we enjoyed the services of Irene who was our tour guide. Please pass on our thanks to all involved in making the day memorable.”
Special delivery
Printable Gift Card
Download a gift card to present your Call the Midwife voucher.
Simply click on the button below, save and print in the comfort of your own home.
The Small Print
Terms & Conditions
- If you miss your tour please be aware that we cannot accommodate a new date for you and there will be no refund for missed tours.
- For any amendments to your tour please contact our bookings team on groupsales@chdt.org.uk and we will try to accommodate changes. Please note there will be a £5.00 administration fee for changing your tour date and we will require at least 28 days notice of these changes.
- For any enquiries please get in touch.
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