Bridgerton's Real Filming Locations: The Stately Homes Behind Netflix's Hit
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Since its debut in 2020, Bridgerton has captivated audiences with its sweeping romantic narratives and exquisite period set design. As Netflix prepares to return to the Regency era for the highly anticipated fourth season, fans are eager to immerse themselves once more in the world of Georgian high society, adapted from Julia Quinn's beloved novels.
Season Four Focus and Filming Backdrop
The upcoming instalment will centre on the burgeoning romance between Sophie Baek, portrayed by Yerin Ha, and Benedict Bridgerton, played by Luke Thompson. Viewers can expect to see the pair promenading in picturesque parks, dancing at lavish balls, and courting in grand country estates.
While the series is ostensibly set in the elite environs of Mayfair's Grosvenor Square, the production actually utilises a diverse array of filming locations scattered across London, the historic city of Bath, and the county of Surrey. Many of these magnificent stately homes are open to the public outside of filming schedules, offering enthusiasts a unique opportunity to explore the real-world settings of the scandalous "ton".
Key Filming Locations Across the Country
Beyond the primary residences of the Bridgerton and Featherington families, the series' production has taken place at numerous historic sites nationwide.
In the capital, cameras have rolled at the iconic Old Royal Naval College in Greenwich. Meanwhile, in West Sussex, the art collections featured in the first two seasons are housed within the National Trust's Petworth Park.
For the intense horseback riding scenes between Anthony and Kate in season two, Painshill garden in Cobham, Surrey, and the grounds of Windsor Great Park stood in for Primrose Hill. The city of Bath provides several key locations, including Beauford Square and the Abbey Deli on Abbey Street, which doubles as the fashionable Modiste Dress Shop.
Notable Estates and Their On-Screen Roles
Ranger's House, Greenwich: The exterior of the Bridgerton family home, residence to siblings A through H, is filmed at this art gallery situated in Blackheath, adjacent to Greenwich Park. The Georgian red-brick mansion, often adorned with wisteria, is home to the esteemed Wernher Collection of Art.
Halton House, Buckinghamshire: The opulent interiors of the Bridgerton residence, including its grand hall and distinctive spiral staircase, were shot within this grade II-listed building. Historically serving as the main officers' mess for RAF Halton, it provides the perfect backdrop for the family's domestic scenes.
Royal Crescent, Bath: Exterior shots of the Featherington family's flamboyant abode are captured outside Bath's famed No. 1 Royal Crescent. The estate's grand gardens are portrayed using Basildon Park in Reading. Today, No. 1 Royal Crescent operates as a townhouse museum, offering immersive tours that showcase art from 1776-1796 and allow visitors to dress in Regency-style attire.
Hatfield House, Hertfordshire: This location serves a dual purpose, providing the distinctive lemon and lime interiors of the Featherington home and also acting as the set for the gentlemen's club frequented by the Bridgerton brothers. Built in 1611 by Robert Cecil, this grade-I listed country house features Jacobean decor, including mosaic portraits visible in the background of Penelope's home throughout season three.
Holburne Museum of Art, Bath: The external shots of Lady Danbury's pillared cream mansion are set at this Bath museum. However, the interiors of her home, which hosted the Duke of Hastings and the Sharma family in earlier seasons, were filmed at Badminton House in Gloucestershire and Wilton House in Salisbury, the country seat of the Earls of Pembroke.
Royal Palaces and Government Buildings
Hampton Court Palace, East Molesey: The grounds representing Buckingham Palace and St James's Palace during Anthony Bridgerton's opulent wedding to Edwina Sharma were actually filmed at Henry VIII's renowned 'pleasure palace'. The Privy Garden and the baroque Tudor residence also featured in the Bridgerton spin-off, Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story.
Lancaster House, Westminster: This government building on The Mall in London, with its marbled walls and extensive gallery suitable for coronation banquets, was used for interior shots of Queen Charlotte's royal apartments. The parlour, drawing room, and jewellery room were all captured within this majestic setting.
Part one of Bridgerton's fourth series is scheduled to stream on Netflix on 29 January, with part two following on 26 February. This detailed guide to the real-life locations offers fans a deeper appreciation of the historical and architectural grandeur that underpins the show's visual appeal.
