The Best English Film & TV Locations

Alnwick Castle in Northumberland is a grand medieval fortress, home to the Percy family for over 700 years. Known as a filming site for "Harry Potter", it features opulent staterooms, gardens, and history blending Norman origins with modern heritage.

Longleat in Wiltshire is a grand stately home and the UK’s first safari park. Renowned for its Elizabethan architecture, landscaped grounds, and wildlife drives featuring lions, elephants, and more, it blends heritage with family adventure.

Beamish Museum in County Durham is an open-air museum bringing the North East’s past to life. Explore recreated towns, farms, and pit villages, ride vintage trams, and meet costumed guides for an immersive journey through history.

The Bluebell Railway in Sussex is a heritage steam line running through the scenic Weald. With restored stations, vintage carriages, and classic engines, it offers a nostalgic journey through English countryside charm and railway history.

Clovelly in Devon is a unique, privately owned village with steep cobbled streets, whitewashed cottages, and no cars. Overlooking the Bristol Channel, it’s famed for its timeless charm, donkey transport, and picturesque harbour.

Haddon Hall in Derbyshire is a stunning medieval manor, famed for its Tudor interiors, terraced gardens, and riverside views. Often called “the most complete house of its period,” it’s a romantic setting frequently used in films and TV.

Hatfield House in Hertfordshire is a grand Jacobean mansion set in vast gardens and parkland. Famous as the childhood home of Elizabeth I, it features opulent state rooms, fine art, and beautifully landscaped grounds rich in history.

Highclere Castle in Hampshire is a grand Victorian mansion, famed as the filming location for *Downton Abbey*. Surrounded by parkland designed by Capability Brown, it showcases opulent state rooms, Egyptian artefacts, and rich family history.

Leeds Castle in Kent is a fairytale fortress set on islands in a lake. With origins dating to the 12th century, it has royal ties, elegant interiors, gardens, and a maze, making it one of England’s most picturesque historic sites.

Lyme Park in Cheshire is a grand estate surrounded by moorland and deer park. Its elegant mansion, formal gardens, and sweeping views combine history and nature—famed as the filming location for *Pride and Prejudice*.

The Severn Valley Railway offers a nostalgic steam train journey through stunning countryside between Kidderminster and Bridgnorth. With heritage stations, vintage carriages and scenic views, it’s a classic West Midlands attraction.

Chatham Historic Dockyard in Kent is a maritime heritage site with historic warships, Victorian ropery, and naval exhibits. Once a key Royal Navy dockyard, it now tells 400 years of shipbuilding history in an immersive setting.

Tintagel Castle on Cornwall’s dramatic cliffs is linked to the legend of King Arthur. Its medieval ruins, footbridge, and stunning sea views create a magical setting where history and myth intertwine.

Step into the world of Harry Potter at the Warner Bros. Studio Tour near London. Explore iconic sets, costumes, props and behind-the-scenes secrets of filmmaking. Highlights include the Great Hall, Diagon Alley, and the breathtaking Hogwarts model.

West Wycombe Park, in Buckinghamshire, is an elegant 18th-century Palladian mansion set amid ornamental lakes and temples. Its landscaped gardens and artistic interiors reflect the grandeur of Georgian society and design.

rescuing and conserving historic buildings, teaching traditional trades and crafts to ensure their preservation and sharing the untold stories of rural life

maintained by the RAF, visitors can admire the only flying Lancaster Bomber in Europe, as well as Spitfires, Hurricanes and a Douglas Dakota

part of the Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust, where all the staff dress in period costume, with a host of restored Victorian buildings including shops, factories and schools

all aboard for a spectacular journey operating between Kingswear and Paignton along a picturesque route bordering the Dart Estuary

a 45,000 square foot indoor attraction of the National Fairground Collection of vintage exhibits, rides and engineering and artwork displays

UK's only double track, main line heritage railway. It’s the only place in the world where full size steam engines can be seen passing each other

moated medieval manor, with topiary and rose gardens. Recently featured as 'Austin Friars' in the TV adaptation of 'Wolf Hall'

country house with monastic roots, once home to William Henry Fox Talbot, inventor of the photographic negative

still privately occupied, this delightful manor dates back to the early 16th Century. Visitors are encouraged to sit on the chairs, lie on the beds and play snooker in the Billiard Room. The gardens include a kitchen garden, topiary garden and orchard

Telford Steam Railway is a preserved railway operated by a small and friendly team of volunteers and includes a tram way and model railway

created by Geoff Hamilton of BBC's Gardeners' World programme with beautiful, individually landscaped gardens set in 8 acres

Norfolk’s longest narrow gauge railway with a fine collection of diesel and steam locomotives, running between Aylsham and Wroxham

Dorney Court, near Windsor, is a Tudor manor renowned for its gabled façade, oak panelling, and historic charm. Still family-owned, it offers tours, gardens, and a glimpse into centuries of English heritage and architecture.

The Watercress Line, also known as the Mid Hants Railway, is a preserved heritage steam railway running 10 miles between Alresford and Alton in Hampshire. It offers nostalgic rides, vintage stations, and links to the region’s history of watercress farming

travel the 15 mile round trip to and from Peterborough with stop off rations along the way. This is original home of Thomas The Tank Engine

working steam, diesel locomotives, coaches, wagons and 3 signal boxes. Cream teas are served on board

Palace House in Beaulieu, Hampshire, is a grand country house and former abbey gatehouse. Surrounded by beautiful grounds and the Beaulieu River, it features historic interiors, family treasures, and is part of the wider Beaulieu attraction.

The Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Light Railway in Kent runs miniature versions of full-size steam and diesel locomotives. This historic narrow-gauge line stretches 13.5 miles across Romney Marsh, offering scenic coastal rides and nostalgic charm.

South Devon Railway runs heritage steam trains between Buckfastleigh and Totnes. Passing through scenic countryside and along the River Dart, it offers a nostalgic journey through Devon’s rural heart.

Trewithen House & Gardens, near Truro, is an elegant Georgian estate famed for its landscaped gardens and rare plant collections. Its peaceful setting and seasonal colour make it a highlight of Cornish horticulture.

West Wycombe Village, in Buckinghamshire, is a charming historic village with Georgian façades, quaint shops, and cosy pubs. Overlooked by West Wycombe Hill and its iconic mausoleum, it offers timeless beauty and a rich heritage.

Oxford's largest and grandest college, the backdrop to many Harry Potter scenes

home of an indomitable Edwardian socialite with fine collections of artworks and a famed walled garden filled with roses in the summer months

the iconic bridge is one of Shropshire's most famous landmark and the world's first iron bridge, recently undergone a conservation project

a place of enormous character, charm and interest. Visitors are frequently struck by the warm and intimate atmosphere and the feeling that Arley is a much-cherished family home with beautiful landscaped gardens

The Avon Valley Railway near Bristol offers nostalgic steam and diesel journeys through scenic countryside. With restored stations, vintage carriages and a café, it’s a charming heritage experience for all ages.

Belper River Gardens in Derbyshire offer elegant riverside walks beside the River Derwent. With colourful flowerbeds, a historic bandstand and peaceful views, they provide a charming spot to relax within this UNESCO World Heritage landscape.

Botallack, on Cornwall’s rugged coast, is famed for its dramatic cliffside engine houses from the tin mining era. Part of a World Heritage Site, it offers breathtaking views and a glimpse into Cornwall’s industrial past.

Syon Park in west London offers 200 acres of historic parkland, landscaped gardens, and the grand Syon House, home to the Duke of Northumberland. Highlights include the stunning Great Conservatory, riverside walks, and a tranquil escape close to the city.