England film locations and film festivals

Film locations and film festivals

Our country’s picturesque landscapes, magnificent castles and bustling cities have proven to be a popular choice for many filmmakers when shooting Hollywood blockbusters, so recreate scenes from your favourite film whilst on a tour of the UK's film locations, from Alnwick Castle’s grounds where Harry Potter first played quidditch to Puzzlewood in the Forest of Dean where scenes from Star Wars VII: The Force Awakens were filmed.

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Ride the Keighley and Worth Valley Railway

This exciting heritage steam railway runs through the picturesque Yorkshire countryside where the classic movie The Railway Children was filmed.

Location: Keighley, West Yorkshire

 

September events: Give cultural films a go at Berwick Film & Media Arts Festival

Berwick Film & Media Arts Festival gives you the chance to watch films you won’t find in your local cinema in a range of unusual surroundings.

Location: Berwick-Upon-Tweed, Northumberland

 

Tread in the footsteps of the stars on the Yorkshire Coast

Visit the most popular film locations on the Yorkshire Coast and North York Moors and follow in the footsteps of stars such as Catherine Zeta-Jones, Ewan McGregor, Bill Nighy and Danielle Radcliffe.

Location: Scarborough, North Yorkshire

 

On location with the world’s most popular heritage railway

Ride along with the North Yorkshire Moors Railway as it takes a starring role, from Dad’s Army to Harry Potter.

Location: Goathland, North Yorkshire

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