Filming Location in Wells Somerset: The Bishop’s Palace
The Bishop’s Palace and Gardens has become a prime filming location in Wells, Somerset, featuring in some of the most notable film and TV productions of the past 20 years.
With 14 acres of RHS partner gardens, an 800-year-old Palace, picturesque views of the medieval moat, stunning glimpses of Wells Cathedral, and a 13th-century chapel, The Bishop’s Palace offers a unique and versatile backdrop for filming. Set in the heart of Wells, it’s an ideal location for both period dramas and modern productions.
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Notable productions filmed at The Bishop’s Palace include:
- Hot Fuzz (2007)
- Wolf Hall: The Mirror and the Light (2024)
- The Spanish Princess
- Antiques Roadshow
- Poldark
- Gardeners’ World
- The Huntsman: Winter’s War (2016)
- The White Princess
- Escape to the Country (2015)
- Holiday of a Lifetime (2016)
Explore the timeless beauty of The Bishop’s Palace as a top film location in Wells, Somerset, and discover why it continues to attract renowned productions year after year with an annual admission ticket.
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Here are some behind-the-scenes photos from the filming of Wolf Hall: The Mirror and the Light and other productions mentioned above that were filmed at the Palace.
