The much-loved British sitcom about a French cafe owner caught between the Resistance and the Nazis was set in occupied France – but filmed in England, where a Norfolk country house became the town square of Nouvion.
Where was ‘Allo ‘Allo! filmed?
‘Allo ‘Allo! was filmed in England – Norfolk and the BBC Elstree studios.
Every ‘Allo ‘Allo! location, explained
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Nouvion – Lynford Hall
The town square used Lynford Hall in Norfolk, England.
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The studios – Elstree
The cafe interiors were built at the BBC Elstree studios in Hertfordshire.
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The countryside – Norfolk
Outdoor scenes used the countryside of Norfolk.
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Occupied France – the setting
The show is set in a small town in Nazi-occupied France.
Planning a visit
Lynford Hall in Norfolk – the show’s real Nouvion – is a genuine English country house.
'Allo 'Allo! Fun Facts
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France filmed in England The occupied-France sitcom used Norfolk and Elstree studios.
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'Listen very carefully...' René’s catchphrase became one of British comedy’s most famous.
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A wartime farce The show spoofs wartime dramas and Resistance thrillers.
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René's cafe The whole show revolves around René’s cafe in Nouvion.
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A long run The sitcom ran for nine series.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where was 'Allo 'Allo! filmed?
In England – Norfolk and the BBC Elstree studios.
Is it set in France?
Yes – in Nazi-occupied France, but filmed in England.
Can you visit the locations?
Yes – Lynford Hall in Norfolk is a real country house.
What is it about?
A French cafe owner caught between the Nazis and the Resistance.
When did it start?
1984.
