Is Only Fools and Horses filmed in Peckham?
Written by John Sullivan, Only Fools and Horses was set in Peckham in South East London. However, the show was never filmed there, instead being filmed primarily in West London and Bristol in the West of England.
Who found the watch in Only Fools and Horses?
When James Turner picks up his car from the Trotters’ garage the antique dealer spots an old pocket watch sitting on a gas cooker. After closer examination, he suggests the watch is the work of John Harrison – the same person who designed and built the world’s most successful maritime clock back in the 18th century.
Where was Only Fools and Horses filmed in Peckham?
Harlech Tower, Acton, London This tower block was used as the backdrop for the fictional Nelson Mandela House in Peckham. The exterior shots and opening credits were all filmed here and the building is still standing to this day.
Where did they film Miami twice?
Gibb was a big fan of the show and used to get tapes of it sent to America. The episode really was filmed in Miami, Florida compared to the Series 2 episode It Never Rains when freezing Dorset with the lights turned up bright filled in for Spain.
How much did Del Boy sell the watch for?
In this episode the Trotter brothers Del Boy and Rodney finally become millionaires after finding a rare pocket watch. They discover that the watch in their lock-up garage is in fact a John Harrison marine chronometer – the ‘Harrison Lesser Watch’ – which then goes on to sell at a Sotheby’s auction for £6.2m.
Which pub was used for the Nags Head?
The Middlesex Arms While the majority of the scenes at Trotter’s go-to boozer the Nag’s Head were filmed in Bristol, this London pub was used for its exterior. The Middlesex Arms in South Ruislip only starred in the one episode — but it certainly was a good one.
Where was the chandelier scene in Only Fools and Horses filmed?
Clayesmore School
The scene in question is the memorable chandelier moment when Del Boy and Rodney are tasked with cleaning the ornate, hanging light. The scene was filmed on location at Clayesmore School in Iwerne Minster and it is said that the auction house at the beginning of the episode is the village hall in Sutton Waldron.