The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry Tickets

The Harold Fry Musical in London

Following a sold-out run at Chichester Festival Theatre, “pitch perfect” (The Times) new musical The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry transfers to the Theatre Royal Haymarket near Trafalgar Square. Adapted by Rachel Joyce from her own bestselling novel, this new British musical features an original score by chart-topping indie musician Passenger. 

Funny, profound, and deeply moving, Harold Fry follows one man’s spontaneous decision to walk the length of England in hopes of reconnecting with someone from his past - and himself. Katy Rudd directs a brilliant cast led by Mark Addy and Jenna Russell in a story that proves it’s never too late to begin again. Book your tickets now for the best view of this remarkable journey.

What is The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry about?

Harold Fry is living a quiet, ordinary life in Devon when a letter arrives from an old friend, Queenie Hennessy, who is terminally ill. He sets out to post a reply… only to keep walking, convinced that if he keeps going, she will stay alive. Without proper shoes or preparation, Harold begins an unplanned, cross-country journey from Kingsbridge to Berwick-upon-Tweed. Along the way, he meets strangers who shape his outlook, encounters small acts of kindness, and unearths regrets and memories that have been buried for years.

Back home, his wife Maureen is left to navigate her own grief and confusion. As Harold’s pilgrimage unfolds, hers does too. Blending humour, hope and heartbreak, The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry is a story of redemption, resilience, and the gentle power of change.

The Harold Fry Musical Cast and Creatives

Main cast:

• Harold Fry -Mark Addy
• Maureen Fry - Jenna Russell

Mark Addy leads the cast as Harold Fry, after giving a standout performance in the role at Chichester. His screen credits include The Full Monty, Game of Thrones, and The Rig. Jenna Russell stars opposite him as Maureen Fry, Harold’s wife. A West End favourite, Russell’s acclaimed musical theatre performances include Sunday in the Park with George and Hello, Dolly!

The show is directed by Katy Rudd, whose previous credits include Ballet Shoes and the Olivier-nominated The Ocean at the End of the Lane at the National Theatre and West End. The score is composed by Passenger, who brings a tender indie-folk sensibility to the music.

From Page to Stage: Harold’s Journey Finds New Life

Rachel Joyce’s novel, The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry, was published in 2012 to critical acclaim and went on to sell millions of copies worldwide. Her decision to adapt her own work for the stage proved a hit with audiences when the production premiered at Chichester Festival Theatre in spring 2025. The Times awarded it five stars, celebrating its “ravishing score” and “remarkable emotional clarity”, while What’s On Stage praised the “exceptional cast” and Sussex World declared it “one of the crowning glories of this year’s Festival”. 

Now, the musical moves to London’s Theatre Royal Haymarket for a limited season.

Book Harold Fry Musical Tickets at Theatre Royal Haymarket

Whether you’ve read the book or are discovering Harold’s journey for the first time, this musical is a rare and beautiful thing: a story that starts with a letter and walks straight into your heart. The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry is uplifting, quietly epic, and refreshingly honest. Book now for your own theatrical journey at Theatre Royal Haymarket!