Starring GREAT Britain
Visit the real star of the show
You’ve seen us on screen – now see the star of the show for yourself. Britain is rolling out the red carpet, and you’re top of the guest list. This is your invitation to discover the scenes behind the movies and experience these shores through the lens of your favourite characters.
Are you a costume drama connoisseur? An action-adventure addict? No matter what your genre, get behind the scenes with up-close experiences. Whether it’s the latest Downton Abbey or Peaky Blinders flick, explore real-life film sets from top to toe of the country. Wands at the ready: this is magical stuff.
Our pick of the top film and TV locations and experiences
Alnwick Castle
The camera loves Alnwick Castle. Having starred as the wizarding school in two Harry Potter films as well as featuring in Downton Abbey, Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves and Elizabeth, this Northumberland-based screen star doesn’t just stop there. Its lively events include outdoor theatre, wand-making workshops and sorcery performances as well as cannon shooting, falconry flights and roaming jesters.
Black Country Living Museum
Known as the ‘Black Country’ for the soot produced by its many iron foundries, this open-air museum brings local history to life. It’s designed as a real-life community, with actors revealing what life was like in 19th-century Britain, complete with traditional food and street games. This is your chance to step into Tommy Shelby’s Birmingham – the Black Country Living Museum was a key filming location for Peaky Blinders (2013–2022).
North Yorkshire Moors Railway
Travel back in time on this steam-powered train, which runs between Pickering and Whitby. This 23-mile (37km) journey is renowned for its beautiful countryside and lush moorland, while on-board events include photography workshops and gourmet lunches.
Beamish Museum
From food to shopping, this ‘living history’ museum recreates English life in the 1820s, 1900s, 1940s and 1950s. Maybe you’ll try old-style fish and chips, meet a pit pony, or take a spin at the funfair? Beamish was also used as a filming location for Downton Abbey, and is set in 300 acres of countryside in County Durham.
Chatsworth House
One of Britain’s grandest stately homes, the beautiful Chatsworth House sits in a 400-hectare (1,000-acre) park in the Peak District. Discover the stunning home of the Duke and Duchess of Devonshire, also known as Pemberley in Pride & Prejudice (2005).
Highland Folk Museum
Step into Scotland’s history at this open-air museum, which recreates life from the 1700s to the 1950s. With live actors and 35 ancient buildings to discover, it is a truly immersive experience: you’ll see how Highlanders have lived, worked and relaxed over the centuries, get hands-on with activities and crafts, and explore the glorious rural location. Look out for cultural festivals and family-friendly events, too.
No. 1 Royal Crescent
Explore fashionable life in 18th-century Georgian Bath at this magnificently restored town-house museum, which doubled as the home of the Featheringtons in Bridgerton (2020–). The museum has been decorated and furnished just as it would have looked during the period 1776-1796.
The Paddington Bear Experience
Meet Britain’s favourite bear at this new immersive experience, as you help the Brown family prepare for ‘Marmalade Day’. Explore the locations you’ll recognise from the Paddington films, and go shopping for souvenirs in a real-life Gruber’s Antique Shop.
Warner Bros. Studio Tour - Harry Potter
Filled with props, sets and costumes from the Harry Potter movies, this immersive tour is a must-visit for all fans. It’s set in the very spot where filming took place, and features animatronics, special effects and exclusive interviews with the stars.
Game of Thrones Studio Tour
Calling all Game of Thrones fans! Explore the world of The Seven Kingdoms on this immersive studio tour. Discover the vast collection of original costumes, props, sets and weapons, and explore the remarkable creative process of adapting George R. R. Martin’s novels for the TV screen.
