Visiting Famous Film Sites

Award season is in full swing now. Earlier this month London was host to the British Academy of Film and Television Film Awards and this coming Sunday we will witness the Oscars. The UK has a tremendous history of cinema, with the landscapes and landmarks of the isle providing the setting for films for decades. On the subject of film we thought we’d use this week’s blog to highlight some of the UK’s famous film travel destinations. 

Freshwater West, Wales

One of many idyllic beaches running along the South-West coast of Wales: Freshwater West is no doubt one of the UK’s most beautiful beaches. A favourite of locals and surfers the beach has recently featured in two major films in Robin Hood starring Russell Crowe and the final two films in the Harry Potter series.

Burghley House, England.

One of the most inherently ‘British’ filming locations is Burghley House in Lincolnshire. Built in the 16th century the grand building contains more than 80 lesser rooms,  glamorous ballrooms and picture galleries. Ideal for historic and period films the house has featured in such films as Pride and Prejudice, Elizabeth: The Golden Age and The Da Vinci Code.

Stirling, Scotland
Filmed in both Scotland and Ireland Mel Gibson’s Braveheart won five oscar and gave the world an insight into Scottish history (although the historical accuracy of the film leaves much to be desired). Filmed in and around Glen Coe, Glen Nevis and the Mamore mountains Braveheart did wonders for Scottish tourism upon its release. Research indicated that 15% of visitors to the Stirling area from outside of Scotland said Braveheart had influenced their decision to visit.