Visitor Guide 2019

IN THE
Footsteps of the Stars
Wiltshire locations have played a leading
role in a host of big screen movies and TV
costume dramas. From swashbuckling
adventures to Jane Austen classics. Dr Dolittle
to Dr Who. Hogwarts to Wolf Hall. Some of
the best known are listed below; for more
information on how to follow in the footsteps
of the stars go to visitwiltshire.co.uk/film
Bradford on Avon – Featuring in the upcoming film version of
Downton Abbey (2019), this charming town has also appeared in
The White Princess (2017) and Creation (2009). Its Tithe Barn and
surrounding areas were seen in the BBC’s Wolf Hall (2015) and
Robin of Sherwood.
Castle Combe – Sometimes referred to as ‘the prettiest village
in England’, Castle Combe has played host to many TV and film
productions including Dr Thorne (2016), War Horse (2012), The
Wolf Man (2010), Stardust (2007) and Dr Dolittle (1966).
Chavenage House – Just across the border in Gloucestershire,
Chavenage House plays the part of Trenwith, Ross’s family home, in
the BBC’s adaptation of Poldark (2015-2018).
Corsham – This attractive market town has been making quite a
name for itself in filming circles of late, thanks to its High Street
being selected as the perfect match for 18 th century Truro in
series one of BBC’s Poldark (2015). Locations near Corsham also
featured in Lark Rise to Candleford (2008-2011).
Devizes – Devizes achieved renown as Casterbridge in Hardy’s Far
from the Madding Crowd (1967) with scenes shot in the Market
Place, St John’s Church, the Corn Exchange and the Shambles
> A scene from Pride & Prejudice
at Wilton House
> Filming Poldark in Corsham
> Animal Park at Longleat
Photo: Mammoth Screen
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