Film locations: top six
11 October 2024Film buff, Harry Potter superfan or Netflix binger? Why not combine a stay in the country with a tour of some of the most famous, or obscure film locations?

From wizarding wonder to historical epics, discover the filming locations close to our cottages across Lincolnshire, Gloucestershire and West Berkshire. π¬
Here are our top picks:
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Downton Abbey
π Highclere Castle, Newbury
π 20 minutes from Ilsley Farm Barns
Home to the Crawley family in the iconic British historical drama, Highclere Castle offers a number of tours and events – perfect for fans of the ITV series and history fanatics alike.
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Napoleon, The Young Victoria, The Da Vinci Code
π Lincoln Cathedral, Lincoln
π 20 minutes from Vella
π 30 minutes from Linwood
The imposing Lincoln Cathedral can be seen from miles around and has been transformed into Notre Dame, Westminster Abbey for its starring role in these films, playing host to a number of Hollywood stars from Emily Blunt to Joaquin Phoenix and even Tom Hanks.
π Mayfield Farm, Compton
π 0 minutes from Ilsley Farm Barns
Filming for Napoleon also took place at our Mayfield Farm on the West Berkshire/Oxfordshire border. Stay at Ilsley Farm Barns and you'll be at the heart of where the action took place.
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Harry Potter
π Oxford University
π 30 minutes from Ilsley Farm Barns
Visit some of the true Hogwarts locations including New College Cloisters, Christ Church and Bodleian Library, each used for different magical scenes in the iconic film series. Walk in the footsteps of Harry himself with a visit to the university, with many guided tours available.
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Wolf Hall
π Lacock Abbey, Chippenham
π 35 minutes from Budding and Tull
π Great Chalfield Manor and Garden, Melksham
π 35 minutes from Budding and Tull
Many National Trust properties were used in the filming of Wolf Hall, including Lacock Abbey and Great Chalfield Manor, both just over half an hour from our cottages. Step into the Tudor life of Thomas Cromwell and his rise to become close advisor to King Henry VIII.
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Bridgerton and Queen Charlotte
π Royal Crescent, Bath
π 25 minutes from Budding and Tull
π Belton House, Grantham
π 25 minutes from Horse Gin
π Grimsthorpe Castle, Bourne
π 40 minutes from Horse Gin
If you’re looking for grandeur, these Bridgerton and Queen Charlotte locations should be high on your list. Look out for them in the Netflix series and become the talk of the Ton yourself.
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Wonka
πBath
π 30 minutes from Budding and Tull
Did you know several locations across historic Bath were used in this 2023 adaptation of the Roald Dahl children’s classic? From the famous Bath Abbey to Bath Street, Parade Gardens and Riverside Colonnades, there are plenty of recognisable spots around town.
And, after a busy day exploring, return to your cosy cottage to sit back and relax while watching your favourite film. πΏ
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