Wolf Hall
Dramatic Bristol Cathedral was a filming location for the television series Wolf Hall, adapted from Hilary Mantel’s bestselling historical novel. Visitors to the cathedral may follow the Wolf Hall Trail – download this and other suggested trails from the website. Sherlock is another popular series to be filmed here.
Sherlock
Much of the Sherlock TV series was filmed in Bristol. It is in leafy Queen Square that Emilia Ricoletti (otherwise known as the Abominable Bride) shoots at passers-by, while Portland Square stages the bonfire from which Holmes and Mary retrieve Watson. The Bristol Film Office’s walking trails cover every location.
In this Oscar and Bafta-award winning film about a troubled 18th century aristocratic couple, the scene where the Duke and Duchess visit the theatre is shot at the Bristol Old Vic theatre. Relive the experience by seeing a play here yourself!
Her Majesty’s Secret Service
Bond-inspired bar Her Majesty’s Secret Service serves fantastic mojitos, which Pierce Brosnan opts for in Die Another Day. You can also get a great Goldfinger-inspired Mint Julep.
This classic British supernatural thriller stars Richard Burton and features locations all over Bristol. Bristol Cathedral was used as the fictional ‘Minster’ cathedral, while College Green, College Square and Trenchard Street Car park all feature too.
Skins
This popular young-adult TV series about the relationships and mishaps of a group of young people took place entirely in Bristol. There are so many locations you can visit that Bristol film office put together a location map – check it out here!
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