The popular Disney+ drama series Rivals has returned for its second season, with filming locations across the UK including the charming Cotswold town of Tetbury. The series, based on Jilly Cooper's novel, portrays the cutthroat world of 1980s television and has gripped viewers since its 2024 release.
Tetbury, the second-largest town in the Cotswolds and an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, served as a backdrop for Rutshire in the series. Notably, Church Street and Long Street appear in Rivals. The town's grand Georgian facades and honey-coloured stone make it feel like a film set, with 16th and 17th-century wool merchants' houses reflecting its historic wool trade.
Visitors can explore independent boutiques, jewellers, antique stores, and art galleries, as well as cosy cafés like The Blue Zucchini, Cafe 53, and Charlie's Cafe & Wine Bar. The Tetbury Trail, a three-mile pedestrian and cycle route along a former railway line, offers a scenic walk starting at the Tetbury Goods Shed Arts Centre.
Other Gloucestershire filming locations include the Beaufort Polo Club, Chavenage House (portrayed as Declan O'Hara's manor), and Berkeley Castle (depicted as Cameron Cook's house). Tetbury's blend of history and charm continues to attract visitors and film crews alike.
