Hilton has compiled a guide to must-see film and television locations across the United Kingdom, pairing on-screen landmarks with nearby Hilton hotels so visitors can trace scenes from major productions during the day and return to branded accommodations at night.
The guide, highlighted in coverage by the New York Post, notes that the U.K. continues to be a magnet for productions: industry figures cited by the report show that nearly 500 film and television projects shot across the country in 2022, including high-profile titles such as "The Crown," "Wonka," "Bridgerton" and the "Harry Potter" series. The list emphasizes sites that are open to the public or easily visible from public areas and recommends specific Hilton properties as practical bases for visitors.
Among period dramas, the guide points to locations associated with series that have revived public interest in historical settings. Birmingham is identified as the spiritual home of "Peaky Blinders," with tours in Leeds, Liverpool and Bradford also tracing the series' industrial-era backdrops; the Hilton Birmingham Metropole is listed as a nearby option and has hosted themed events tied to the show. York Minster, the 13th-century Gothic cathedral in York, is cited for its recent use as a stand-in for Windsor Castle in season five of Netflix's "The Crown," and DoubleTree by Hilton York is a short, nine-minute walk from the cathedral. For fans of Netflix's "Bridgerton," the guide highlights Syon Park in Brentford — the site of the season-two ball — and recommends Hilton London Syon Park, which is set within 200 acres of landscaped gardens.
Family-oriented sites receive prominent mention as well. London’s Primrose Hill and the pastel-lined Chalcot Crescent are identified as the Brown family street in the "Paddington" films, easily reached from central hotels such as Hilton London Metropole and its proximity to Paddington Station. The Warner Bros. Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter, outside Watford, is recommended for visitors who want to view the Great Hall, Diagon Alley sets and production artifacts; Hilton London Watford is roughly four miles from the studios. The city of Bath, with landmarks including Bath Abbey and the Parade Gardens, is listed for its role in "Wonka" and is served by DoubleTree by Hilton Bath and other nearby properties.
The guide also draws attention to action and adventure franchises that have filmed in the U.K. London’s Thames-side building housing the real-life MI6 headquarters is singled out for its recurring appearances in James Bond films; the London Hilton on Park Lane is among the suggested stays for visitors wanting a short walk or river tour to see the site. Northern Ireland’s Tollymore Forest Park, the Glens of Antrim and the Dark Hedges are cited for their use in HBO’s "Game of Thrones," with Hilton Belfast presented as a convenient base for day trips to multiple filming locations.
Hilton’s list extends to additional, sometimes surprising, movie connections across the English countryside and regional cities. Surrey’s landscapes are noted as the inspiration for the cottage in "The Holiday," near Hilton Cobham; Nottingham’s Wollaton Hall — used as Wayne Manor in "The Dark Knight Rises" — is near Hilton Nottingham; and adaptations such as "Persuasion" and series like "Poldark" are linked to filming zones served by DoubleTree by Hilton Bath and Hampton by Hilton Bristol City Centre, respectively.
The guide frames its selections around accessibility and visitor experience, recommending properties within practical distance of public sites or established organized tours. Several of the recommended hotels are located in historic properties or estates that themselves have hosted film crews or related events, underscoring the overlap between production locations and hospitality offerings.
The New York Post, which reported on the Hilton guide, noted that the outlet’s coverage aims to be transparent about partnerships and to provide updated, practical information for readers planning travel tied to entertainment tourism. Hilton’s mapping of locations reflects continued demand from viewers who seek to visit on-screen places as part of broader cultural and heritage itineraries.
Travelers using the guide should confirm current opening hours and access rules for individual sites before visiting, as some locations are managed as active places of worship, private estates, or protected historic sites. Organized tours and studio attractions may require advance booking, and rights-holder restrictions sometimes limit access to certain sets or interiors.
As screen-driven travel remains a prominent trend, the guide offers a curated starting point for visitors who want to connect on-the-ground landmarks with the shows and films that brought them to public attention, while recommending nearby accommodation options within the Hilton portfolio to facilitate multi-day exploration.