The anarchic comedy show that changed British humour was made at the BBC in London – but its surreal location sketches roamed the country, filming across the seaside towns and moors of Yorkshire and the North.
Where was Monty Python’s Flying Circus filmed?
Monty Python’s Flying Circus was made at the BBC studios in London, with location sketches filmed across England, especially Yorkshire.
Every Monty Python’s Flying Circus location, explained
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The BBC studios – London
The show was recorded at the BBC’s studios in London.
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Yorkshire – the location sketches
Many of the surreal outdoor sketches were filmed around Bradford and Ilkley in Yorkshire.
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The seaside and towns
Sketches used towns like Bolton and the coast of northern England.
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London locations
Some sketches used the streets of London and its suburbs.
Planning a visit
London and the moors and towns of Yorkshire – the show’s real filming grounds – are accessible pieces of comedy history.
Monty Python's Flying Circus Fun Facts
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Made at the BBC The show was recorded at the BBC studios in London.
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Yorkshire sketches Many surreal outdoor sketches were filmed around Bradford and Ilkley.
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'And now for something...' The show’s catchphrases became part of the language.
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A comedy revolution The Pythons reshaped British and world comedy.
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The giant foot Terry Gilliam’s animations, including the famous foot, linked the sketches.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where was Monty Python's Flying Circus filmed?
At the BBC studios in London, with location sketches filmed across England, especially Yorkshire.
Where were the outdoor sketches filmed?
Many around Bradford and Ilkley in Yorkshire.
Can you visit the locations?
Yes – London and the Yorkshire towns are accessible.
Who are the Pythons?
Graham Chapman, John Cleese, Terry Gilliam, Eric Idle, Terry Jones and Michael Palin.
When did it start?
1969.
