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Film locations: top six

11 October 2024

Film 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?

Film locations: top six

From wizarding wonder to historical epics, discover the filming locations close to our cottages across Lincolnshire, Gloucestershire and West Berkshire. 🎬

Here are our top picks:

  1. Downton Abbey

πŸ“ Highclere Castle, Newbury
πŸš— 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.

  1. Napoleon, The Young Victoria, The Da Vinci Code

πŸ“ Lincoln Cathedral, Lincoln
πŸš— 20 minutes from Vella
πŸš™ 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.

πŸ“ Mayfield Farm, Compton
πŸš— 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.

  1. Harry Potter

πŸ“ Oxford University
πŸš— 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.

  1. Wolf Hall

πŸ“ Lacock Abbey, Chippenham
πŸš— 35 minutes from Budding and Tull

πŸ“ Great Chalfield Manor and Garden, Melksham
πŸš™ 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.

  1. Bridgerton and Queen Charlotte

πŸ“ Royal Crescent, Bath
πŸš—   25 minutes from Budding and Tull

πŸ“ Belton House, Grantham
πŸš™ 25 minutes from Horse Gin

πŸ“ Grimsthorpe Castle, Bourne
πŸš— 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.

  1. Wonka

πŸ“Bath
πŸš— 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. 🍿

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