Detective Dramas Filmed in Norwich City Centre

Norwich has officially become the new "crime capital" of British television. With its blend of medieval cobbles, Victorian arcades, and brutalist architecture, the city has evolved into a premier filming location for major detective dramas.

In early 2026, the city centre was buzzing with activity as some of the BBC’s most-watched investigators took to the streets of Norfolk.

1. Strike: The Running Grave (2026)

In January 2026, the seventh installment of the Cormoran Strike series, based on the novels by Robert Galbraith (J.K. Rowling), took over Norwich city centre. Fans spotted stars Tom Burke and Holliday Grainger filming pivotal scenes for The Running Grave.

• Norwich Market: Crews spent a full day filming around the top of the market near City Hall.

• The Royal Arcade: The stunning Art Nouveau shopping arcade was used for late-afternoon shoots, capturing the series’ moody aesthetic.

• The Forum: Used as a central logistical hub for the 70-strong production crew.

2. Lynley (2026 Reboot)

The legendary aristocrat-detective returned to the BBC in January 2026 with a fresh reboot. Starring Leo Suter as DI Tommy Lynley and Sofia Barclay as DS Barbara Havers, the series is set within the "Three Counties" police force covering Norfolk, Suffolk, and Cambridgeshire.

• The Setting: While much of the interior filming took place in Ireland, the production utilized Norwich and the wider Norfolk area for authentic exterior shots to establish the "Three Counties" feel.

3. And Did Those Feet... with Alan Partridge (2025)

While technically a "mockumentary," Steve Coogan’s latest outing as Alan Partridge features heavy elements of a personal investigative journey. Filmed in late 2025, the series features Alan traversing Norwich City Centre, Elm Hill, and Norwich Cathedral as he attempts to reintegrate into his "home patch."

4. The Grotesque (1995)

This classic dark mystery/crime film starring Sting and Alan Bates remains a staple of Norwich's cinematic history.

• The Guildhall: The city's historic Guildhall served as a major backdrop.

• Bethel Street: Used for various street scenes to evoke a sense of 1950s mystery.

5. Everybody Wins (1990)

A quintessential detective film of the early 90s, written by Arthur Miller and starring Nick Nolte as a private investigator. Though set in America, the production famously used Norwich City Hall and the surrounding city centre to stand in for a New England town.

Source - https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cj9r3z4y2djo

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