Lights, camera, adventure? Britain's most popular filming destinations are ‘the star of the show’

Ever wanted to step into your screen to explore the setting of your favourite film and TV characters? 

Well, then you’ll love to know more about ‘Starring Great Britain, a campaign launching in January 2025 by Visit Britain.

 Beyond the popular filming location of London, you’ll soon discover a myriad of destinations that have been used as filming locations in your favourite films and streaming platform shows.

TV shows and blockbuster hits are increasingly being filmed in locations nationwide, such as fabulous cities like Bath, Oxford, and Manchester, and the gorgeous countryside found in Wales - and they’re crying out to be visited. 

What’s more, many of these iconic film sets and experiences are accessible to the public!

"Nine out of 10 visitors coming to the UK are interested in doing and seeing a film and TV experience," says Patricia Yates, CEO of Visit Britain.

Various regions of Great Britain are promoting their cinematic identity. "Starring Great Britain is where the destination is the star of the show," adds Yates. 

‘Bridgerton’ fans will love to explore Bath where you can enjoy the Georgian architecture backdrops such as The Royal Crescent, take guided tours of some of the filming locations, and enjoy themed experiences like a regency afternoon tea.

If you loved last year’s ‘Wonka’ film starring Timothée Chalamet, Hugh Grant and Olivia Colman, then you can head to Oxford's prestigious colleges and historic landmarks where much of the filming took place.  Top tip though: you'll have to head further north to Cadbury World in Birmingham for a proper chocolate factory experience. 

For the ‘Harry Potter’ fans, there are plenty of experiences to be found outside of London, including Northumberland's spell-binding Alnwick