Movie Locations in the Cotswolds
I have always been curious about where those unforgettable scenes and breathtaking locations of well-known films were shot. It is no secret the Cotswolds was the inspiration behind many real and fantasy pictures like Bridget Jones's Diary, Pride and Prejudice, James Bond's Die Another Day, Vanity Fair and the well-liked Harry Potter movies. Here is a short introduction to this fascinating countryside.
Surrounded by unspoiled beauty, this celebrated area of England that is the Cotswolds is widely known for keeping its tradition and history alive. Seasoned travelers will take pleasure in exploring a mix of sleepy villages, busy market places and quaint surroundings.
It was publicly accepted in 1966 as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB); it is one of the biggest of 40 AONBs in England and Wales because of its untouched surroundings. From the James Bond movies to Bridget Jones Diary, here are notable locations which have undergone some major changes inspired by Hollywood productions.
Bridget Jones' Diary (2000), which stars Funny lady Rennee Zellweger and Hugh Grant was filmed in the quiet village of Snowshill in Gloucestershire. Harry Potter scenes from the Hogwarts School for Witchcraft and Wizardry were shot in Gloucester Cathedral. Oxford University came alive on the big screen for most of the scenes at school. Oxford University took center stage on Bourne Ultimatum (2007) and the Madness of King George (1994).
Bourton-on-the-Water, widely known as the "little Venice" of the Cotswolds, became the location for the ice chase scenes of the action movie Die Another Day (2002). The unforgettable car chase scenes were filmed on the runway of the Royal Air Force aircraft at the Upper Rissington. Remains of the Day (1993) starring Anthony Hopkins and Emma Thompson made Badminton House and Dyrham Park near Chippenham the set of this movie. A number of scenes were taken in Corsham Court in Wiltshire.
Remarkable pictures that were also made in Cotswolds particularly in Bibury is the blockbuster Stardust (2007) starring Michelle Pfeiffer and Robert de Niro. The magnificence of Berkeley Castle debuted on the set of The Other Boleyn Girl, starring Natalie Portman and Scarlett Johansson. The Duchess starring Keira Knightley filmed this high production film in Bath City.
The extraordinary tale of Vanity Fair (2004) was filmed in Stanway House near Winchcombe in Bath. The Libertine (2004) starring Johnny Depp as the romantic Earl of Rochester was also filmed in the same location. Luckington Court near Chippenham in Wiltshire came alive on the big screen in Pride and Prejudice (2005).
This historic area was chosen as the film location in many epic movies. It's fascinating to be around these places where famous movie scenes were made and at the same time tourists get to travel around and enjoy the breathtaking Cotswolds countryside. - 23815
Surrounded by unspoiled beauty, this celebrated area of England that is the Cotswolds is widely known for keeping its tradition and history alive. Seasoned travelers will take pleasure in exploring a mix of sleepy villages, busy market places and quaint surroundings.
It was publicly accepted in 1966 as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB); it is one of the biggest of 40 AONBs in England and Wales because of its untouched surroundings. From the James Bond movies to Bridget Jones Diary, here are notable locations which have undergone some major changes inspired by Hollywood productions.
Bridget Jones' Diary (2000), which stars Funny lady Rennee Zellweger and Hugh Grant was filmed in the quiet village of Snowshill in Gloucestershire. Harry Potter scenes from the Hogwarts School for Witchcraft and Wizardry were shot in Gloucester Cathedral. Oxford University came alive on the big screen for most of the scenes at school. Oxford University took center stage on Bourne Ultimatum (2007) and the Madness of King George (1994).
Bourton-on-the-Water, widely known as the "little Venice" of the Cotswolds, became the location for the ice chase scenes of the action movie Die Another Day (2002). The unforgettable car chase scenes were filmed on the runway of the Royal Air Force aircraft at the Upper Rissington. Remains of the Day (1993) starring Anthony Hopkins and Emma Thompson made Badminton House and Dyrham Park near Chippenham the set of this movie. A number of scenes were taken in Corsham Court in Wiltshire.
Remarkable pictures that were also made in Cotswolds particularly in Bibury is the blockbuster Stardust (2007) starring Michelle Pfeiffer and Robert de Niro. The magnificence of Berkeley Castle debuted on the set of The Other Boleyn Girl, starring Natalie Portman and Scarlett Johansson. The Duchess starring Keira Knightley filmed this high production film in Bath City.
The extraordinary tale of Vanity Fair (2004) was filmed in Stanway House near Winchcombe in Bath. The Libertine (2004) starring Johnny Depp as the romantic Earl of Rochester was also filmed in the same location. Luckington Court near Chippenham in Wiltshire came alive on the big screen in Pride and Prejudice (2005).
This historic area was chosen as the film location in many epic movies. It's fascinating to be around these places where famous movie scenes were made and at the same time tourists get to travel around and enjoy the breathtaking Cotswolds countryside. - 23815
About the Author:
Anna Phillips represents Jigsaw Holidays, who specialise in supplying Cotswold Cottages and character properties to give you your perfect Cotswold Holiday.
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