Ever wondered how historic landmarks become film and TV stars? Over the past 100 years, our site has featured in more than 300 productions, making us the UK’s most filmed heritage location.
To celebrate 100 years of filming at the Old Royal Naval College, we’ve launched a brand‑new tour and a year packed full of events.
Step behind the scenes and discover how our historic site brings stories to life on screen.
Step behind the scenes with our new film tour
This exclusive behind‑the‑scenes experience offers you the opportunity to uncover the closely guarded secrets of filmmaking and lets you step in the shoes and onto the set of stars.
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Guinness World Record Attempt
This summer, we need you to step into the spotlight and join us to make film history with a spectacular Guinness World Record™ attempt on Saturday 27 September!
To celebrate 100 years of Film & TV, we’re inviting fans, families, and film lovers of all ages to take part by dressing up as famous film characters in an official Guinness World Records attempt for the Largest gathering of people dressed as screen characters.
UK's #1 filming heritage location
This historic site has played host to some of the biggest names in film and television. Whether it’s transforming into revolutionary Paris, Victorian London, or a dystopian future, the Old Royal Naval College adapts effortlessly across genres and eras. From Netflix hits like Bridgerton and The Crown to a host of blockbuster films, check out the extensive list of blockbuster films and TV shows filmed at the Old Royal Naval College.
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#StarringGREATBritain
Set-jetting is on the rise, and VisitBritain’s #StarringGREATBritain campaign is celebrating the UK’s standout film and TV locations - including ours!
From period dramas to action blockbusters, the Old Royal Naval College has starred in some of the world’s biggest productions. Now you can follow in the footsteps of your favourite characters with our brand new Film & TV Tour, exploring the iconic spots seen in Bridgerton, The Crown, Les Misérables and more.
Secret star of Bridgerton
Walking through the Old Royal Naval College grounds feels like stepping back in time, so it should come as no surprise that this historical site has been used as a dramatic backdrop to bring to life the fashion and glamour of the Regency era in every season of Bridgerton.
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Perfect backdrop for your next production
We can accommodate a wide range of filming and photography requests including:
Documentary and commercial filming
Personal and commercial photography
Wedding photography
News and media.
Film Tour: Wigs, Weddings, Powder and Palaces
Fridays & Saturdays
Step into the world of period drama and experience the UK’s most filmed heritage site like never before.
Find out moreBridgerton Afternoon Tea on the Colonnades
From 25 May | Selected Sundays | Various times
Be transported back to Regency-era London with an afternoon tea offer fit for Lady Whistledown herself.
Find out moreAfternoon Teas
Celebrate 100 years of film and TV, with a movie-inspired afternoon tea experience in the UK’s most filmed heritage location.
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