Starring North Yorkshire
Lights, Camera, Action! Its time for North Yorkshire's close up, as you explore our famous filming locations.
Where iconic screen moments come to life
North Yorkshire isn’t just a place—it’s a star in its own right. Known for its sweeping hills, charming villages, and breath-taking landscapes, it has long been the backdrop for major films, beloved TV programmes, and binge-worthy series. From the rolling hills seen in All Creatures Great and Small to the iconic North Yorkshire Moors Railway, featured in Harry Potter, this region has long been a favourite of filmmakers.
Ready to explore the scenes behind the screen? Walk in the footsteps of iconic characters, visit filming locations, and experience first-hand the landscapes that have made North Yorkshire a go-to destination for filmmakers. Whether you're a film buff or simply looking to discover something new, the cinematic magic of North Yorkshire is waiting for you.
Starring North Yorkshire Stories & Inspiration
28 Years Later brings post-apocalyptic drama to the haunting ruins of… 28 Years Later brings post-apocalyptic drama to the haunting ruins of Fountains Abbey. Find out why this iconic North Yorkshire site is a favourite for filmmakers and well worth a visit.
North Yorkshire, with its stunning landscapes and rich history, has become… North Yorkshire, with its stunning landscapes and rich history, has become a beloved backdrop for blockbuster films, iconic TV series, and binge-worthy dramas. Here’s a handy guide to some of our…
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Starring North Yorkshire Businesses
Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal Water Garden
The magnificent ruins of the once prosperous Fountains Abbey, the largest… The magnificent ruins of the once prosperous Fountains Abbey, the largest monastic ruins in the country, sit alongside a Georgian water garden that…
North Yorkshire Moors Railway
Experience 24 miles of scenic steam or diesel travel on the North… Experience 24 miles of scenic steam or diesel travel on the North Yorkshire Moors Railway, a historic, volunteer-run attraction. Explore the stations…
Newby Hall & Gardens
Newby Hall is home to a wonderful collection of Chippendale furniture,… Newby Hall is home to a wonderful collection of Chippendale furniture, Gobelins tapestries and classical statuary. Take a tour around the house and…
Goathland Station
Visit Goathland Station, famed as Hogsmeade Station in the first Harry… Visit Goathland Station, famed as Hogsmeade Station in the first Harry Potter film and Aidensfield in Heartbeat. Explore the village, scenic Rail…
Castle Howard
Visit Castle Howard, one of Britain’s finest historic houses situated near… Visit Castle Howard, one of Britain’s finest historic houses situated near York. Explore the historic house, gardens and adventure playground for a…
Whitby Abbey
The moody and magnificent ruins of Whitby Abbey have drawn successive… The moody and magnificent ruins of Whitby Abbey have drawn successive generations – from Saints to Dracula - to this site of settlement, religious…
