LEGO Ideas 21373 Downton Abbey recreates the iconic Highclere Castle from the hit British period drama in an impressive 4,711-piece model. The set was officially unveiled on 10 September 2026 and will be one of the biggest LEGO Ideas releases to date.
A Brick-Built Downton Abbey
At the heart of 21373 is a detailed recreation of Highclere Castle, the real-life Hampshire estate used as the primary filming location for Downton Abbey.
Rather than focusing solely on the exterior, LEGO has designed the model to reveal both the grand world upstairs and the busy servant areas below. The build includes recognisable locations such as the main hall, dining room and library, as well as the kitchen, servants’ hall and Mr Carson’s office.
The upper section can be removed, allowing builders to access and display the detailed interiors.
13 Minifigures Bring the Characters to Life
One of the biggest attractions of the set is its impressive collection of 13 minifigures, bringing many of the show’s most recognisable characters together in a single LEGO set.
The line-up includes:
- The Dowager Countess
- Lord Grantham
- Lady Grantham
- Lady Mary
- Lady Edith
- Tom Branson
- Mr Carson
- Mrs Hughes
- Mr Bates
- Thomas Barrow
- Mrs Patmore
- Anna Bates
- Daisy Parker
The selection represents both the Crawley family and the servants who play such an important role in the series.
A small garden scene is also included, featuring a cedar tree and bench, adding another familiar element from the Downton setting.
From Fan Creation to Official LEGO Set
Like other LEGO Ideas releases, 21373 began life as a fan-designed creation.
The original Downton Abbey: Highclere Castle project was created by LEGO fan designer Sebastian Veselka, known as BRO3. After gaining the required support from the LEGO Ideas community, the concept was selected by LEGO for development into an official set.
The finished version has grown considerably from the original fan submission, with the official model now containing more than 4,700 pieces.
A Must-Have for Downton Abbey Fans?
LEGO 21373 Downton Abbey is an unusual but very welcome addition to the LEGO Ideas collection. The combination of a famous television location, a large and detailed architectural model and 13 minifigures gives the set plenty of appeal beyond simply being another licensed LEGO release.
It also works as a celebration of Highclere Castle itself, meaning fans of historic architecture can appreciate the model even without being dedicated Downton Abbey viewers.
With its grand façade, detailed interiors and huge cast of characters, 21373 Downton Abbey looks set to be one of the standout LEGO Ideas releases of 2026.
For fans of the Crawleys, servants, period drama and beautifully detailed LEGO buildings, this is certainly one set worth keeping an eye on.
LEGO Insiders will get early access from 1 October 2026, followed by the general release on 4 October 2026. The set is priced at USD$349.99 / SGD$459.90
“Create your own Downton Abbey TV series and movie merch with this LEGO® Ideas building set (21373) for adults ages 18 and up. Enjoy the rewarding creative challenge and capture the grand architecture of Highclere Castle™, where many scenes were shot. Lovingly construct Downton Abbey’s dining room, main hall and library on the upper level, and the kitchen, servants’ hall and Mr Carson’s office below, all full of authentic details. Lift off the top level to view each room closely. And bring scenes to life upstairs and downstairs with 13 minifigures of familiar characters from Season 6 of the TV series. Add the cedar tree and bench to complete an inspiring piece of home or office decor. This LEGO model kit makes a crafty gift idea for fans of Downton Abbey and architecture. The LEGO Builder app enhances your creative experience with 3D digital instructions, progress tracking and zoom features that make every step engaging. Set contains 4,711 pieces.
STATELY DOWNTON ABBEY MERCH – Construct and proudly display the TV series and movies’ iconic setting with this richly detailed LEGO® Ideas building set (21373) for adults ages 18 plus
13 MINIFIGURES – The Dowager Countess, Lord Grantham, Lady Grantham, Lady Mary, Lady Edith, Tom Branson, Mr Carson, Mrs Hughes, Mr Bates, Thomas Barrow, Mrs Patmore, Anna Bates and Daisy Parker
AUTHENTIC DETAILS – Unwind as you craft the grand house’s ornate architecture and recreate classic scenes in the main hall, dining room, library, kitchen, Carson’s office and servants’ hall
HISTORICAL HOME DECOR – Display Downton Abbey’s exterior as shelf or desk decor in your home or office, and lift off the top level of the castle to view the rooms “below stairs” more closely
DOWNTON ABBEY GIFT IDEA – Treat yourself or another adult fan of the series and movies with this rewarding building kit, an ideal gift idea for creative women and men
COLLECT YOUR BUILDS – With the LEGO® Builder app, you can create your models using 3D instructions, track your progress and save all your sets within the app
THE FANS’ CHOICE – Inspired by a Fan Designer’s Product Idea, voted for by fans and produced by the LEGO Group
DIMENSIONS – This 4,711-piece model measures over 12 in. (30 cm) high, 17.5 in. (44 cm) wide and 6.5 in. (16 cm) deep”
Source: LEGO
