If you haven’t binged on the latest series of the raunchy period drama, Bridgerton, then what are you waiting for? Between evenings hunkered on the sofa being swept away in the bodice-bursting romance between Penelope Featherington and Colin Bridgerton, get out and explore the stunning locations where this blockbuster series was filmed.
Here are some of our favourite locations where the Lords and Ladies have stepped throughout the series, where you can visit with your four-legged friends in tow. Think grand country estates and rolling parkland where your pooch can roam while you swoon in Regency style.
Castle Howard, Yorkshire
The onscreen home of the Duke of Hastings, Castle Howard, heartily welcomes dogs on leads to enjoy the grounds, coffee shop and cafés, with water bowls at the ready and hand-baked dog treats on sale in the farm shop. You can appreciate the stately Baroque style of the fictional Clyvedon Castle from series one, with the crowning dome of its Great Hall that rises 70 feet high, while mooching with your pooch through ancient woodland and grand parkland blooming with a global botanical collection. A perfect place for a day out while holidaying with a dog in Yorkshire.
Claydon, Buckinghamshire
A brand-new location for series three, Claydon House in Buckinghamshire is the location for the wedding breakfast in episode seven. There’s limited access and facilities for your canine companion at Claydon, and they certainly won’t be joining you on a twirl around the interior to this previously unseen room in the Featherington residence. However, if you keep them on a lead, they are welcome on a promenade around the courtyard and on public rights of way around the idyllic countryside setting.
Basildon Park, Berkshire,
Having made its debut in series two as the Featherington family garden, Basildon Park returns in series three, providing the setting for (spoiler alert if you haven’t watched it yet) Colin Bridgerton and Penelope Featherington’s first kiss. Feel the romance in the air on your own hand-in-hand walks on three dog-friendly parkland walks around the Berkshire estate, from a 0.5-mile stroll to a three-mile loop, then soak up the ambience from the dog-friendly tearoom.Â
Bath, Somerset
The beautiful, dog-friendly city of Bath is one of the jewels of Somerset and is where much of the filming for Bridgerton takes place. Take a photo tour with your pooch to capture the period architecture of No.1 Regency Crescent, which doubled as the home of the Featheringtons in Bridgerton, then follow in the footsteps of the Georgians as you promenade down grand streets, stroll along the picturesque Kennet and Avon canal and amble through the meadows of Bathwick Fields. There’s no shortage of dog-friendly pubs and restaurants en route, too.
Osterley Park and House, Middlesex
Far enough west of London to feel far from the city, this Georgian country estate, Osterley House is used as the setting for the Full Moon Ball in the latest series of Bridgerton, If you’ve already watched it, you’ll instantly recognise the striking courtyard framed by grand columns, and if you peek inside you’ll see the entrance hall that was used in several scenes, too. Dogs are allowed to bound around in a designated area on the sweeping front lawns while you snap your own Bridgerton scenes, and join you in the Stables Courtyard, Causeway and Café. However, your four-legged friends can only walk in the formal gardens in off-peak season.
Ashridge, Hertfordshire
Surely when you watched the horse-riding scenes in series two of Bridgerton, you wanted to explore some of the wide-open Hertfordshire countryside and soak up the views from Ivinghoe Beacon? If so, head for walkies in the rolling countryside of the Ashridge Estate, where you can roam 80 miles of pathways across chalk downs and lush meadows. Wild deer, horse riders and livestock also share the estate, so keep your dog under control at all times.
Stowe Gardens, Buckinghamshire
Back in the Regency period, grand balls were a common occurrence, which is why a full dance floor and two-storey bandstand was built in the 18th century Stowe Garden for the first series of Bridgerton. Step back into TV’s replica of Vauxhall Gardens, and imagine acrobats, hot air balloons and festoon lighting in the landscaped gardens and parkland, while you explore with your dog.
Belton Estate, Lincolnshire
In the spin off series, Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story, Belton was used as the main location for King George’s residence, boasting the façade of an idyllic English country house in immaculate grounds. With 1,300 acres to explore with your hound at your heels, there’s no shortage of opportunities for playing with your pooch while indulging in the Bridgerton Regency vibes in Lincolnshire.
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