SET JETTING
South Countryside on film
where history meets Hollywood
Discover rich heritage, picturesque landscapes, and world-class filming locations with a trip to Lincolnshire’s South Countryside - a hidden gem for film enthusiasts! From the grand halls of Belvoir Castle, featured in The Crown, to the charming streets of Stamford, the backdrop for Pride & Prejudice. Explore majestic stately homes, picture perfect towns and villages, and rolling countryside that have brought countless stories to life on screen. If you love period dramas, Lincolnshire’s Southern Countryside should take centre stage.
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Belton Estate
Highlights: Known for its classic Baroque architecture and well-manicured gardens, Belton Estate is a favourite for filmmakers needing an aristocratic setting.
Notable Productions:
Pride & Prejudice (1995 BBC adaptation): Used as a filming location for Rosings Park.
The Young Victoria: Featured for its stately interiors and grounds.
Bleak House (2005 BBC adaptation): Used for various sequences.
Bridgerton Queen Charlotte (2023 Netflix)
Belton House Queen Charlotte Filming (c) Netflix, Nick Wall, 2023
Bridgerton at Belton
Dearest Gentle Reader,
The ton is abuzz with news of the visit of Her Majesty, whose visit can now be seen in the Netflix series ‘Queen Charlotte’.
We cordially invite you to follow in Her Majesty’s footsteps for a promenade amongst the splendour and magnificence of Belton Estate.
Make your way into the gardens to discover where the magic of ‘Queen Charlotte’ took place.
Will you be this season’s Diamond?
Inside the Orangery
The Marble Hall was transformed into a bedroom
Belton’s transformation into ‘Kew Palace’
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behind the scenes access
itineraries
Stately Screen Tour
Step into the scenes you've seen on screen with our bespoke itinerary designed for film enthusiasts!
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Stamford
Highlights: Stamford is famous for its well-preserved Georgian architecture and cobbled streets, making it one of the most sought-after filming locations in the UK for period dramas.
Notable Productions:
Pride & Prejudice (2005): Many scenes, including parts of Meryton, were filmed in Stamford.
Middlemarch (BBC): The town was used extensively to depict the fictional Middlemarch.
The Da Vinci Code (2006): While not a primary location, parts of Stamford's surroundings were scouted for scenic shots.
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Burghley House
Highlights: This grand Elizabethan stately home has been a prominent filming location due to its opulent interiors and stunning gardens.
Notable Productions:
Pride & Prejudice (2005): Featured as Lady Catherine de Bourgh's residence, Rosings Park.
The Da Vinci Code: The estate was used for some sequences.
The Crown: Occasionally appears for historical sequences.
Tours & Trails
Stamford Sights and Secrets Tours
Stamford has been the setting for various novels, films and TV series, including Middlemarch, Pride and Prejudice and The Crown. Go set-jetting with Stamford Sights and Secrets! Tours.
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Belvoir Castle
Highlights: This iconic stately home has been featured in numerous productions due to its grandeur and historic charm. Its interiors and exteriors offer a perfect backdrop for period dramas and films.
Notable Productions:
The Crown (Netflix): Used as a stand-in for Windsor Castle.
Young Victoria: The castle doubled for various royal settings.
Victoria & Abdul: Featured as a majestic setting for royal scenes.
Industry Support
film in the South Countryside
Lincolnshire's South Countryside is your ultimate filming destination, offering a wide variety of locations to suit many productions. The area delivers unparalleled authenticity, film-friendly policies, accessible transport links, and local expertise. Download our ‘Support for your film production in South Kesteven’ guide to find out more.
This project is funded by the UK government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund.
