First up, the retirement village itself. In reality, it’s not a single place, but a collection of locations that the film crew stitched together. The main “hub” of Coopers Chase—the central courtyard and the café where the gang plots—is actually a film set built at Sky Studios Elstree. Yes, the same place where Star Wars and The Crown are made.
Think of it this way: the same soundstage that once held a TIE fighter now holds a very polite argument about who poisoned the developer. It’s a beautiful, weird world. The bungalow exteriors, however, are very real, and you can find them in the charming village of Crockham Hill, Kent.
Fairlawne Estate, Kent: The Big House
Remember the posh, sprawling mansion where the murder happens? That’s the Fairlawne Estate, and it’s every bit as intimidating as it looks on screen. Driving up that long, gravel drive felt, I imagine, like arriving late for a very expensive wedding where you’ve forgotten the gift.
The estate is actually a working country estate, and it’s been in the same family for ages. When the film crew arrived, the owners probably just sighed, moved their classic cars out of the garage, and made a pot of tea. It’s the kind of place where you expect a butler to appear, but he’d probably just ask if you want a biscuit.
Netflix's The Thursday Murder Club Filming Locations (2026)
