Filming location in a 500 year old castle
Thornbury Castle is an ideal filming location for TV, film and digital projects that require an atmospheric historic setting, exquisite interiors and acres of land. Thornbury Castle brings drama and intrigue to the cinema screen – and with Bristol only a 20 minute drive away, we are well connected for cast and crew. Take a look at some of the high-profile productions taken place in the last few years.
2026: TikTok UK and Order & Chaos
TikTok UK along with events company Order & Chaos exclusively hired Thornbury Castle to recreate a Traitors themed stay for a handful of influencers such as Shellrowex, Benedict Townsend and Jordan Cant This event was filmed for social media and shared across multiple platforms.
2025: 90 Day Fiancé The Last Resort on TLC
Thornbury Castle was exclusively hired by US-based production company TLC to film the latest series of 90 Day Fiancé. The production took place both inside the castle as well as in the grounds with cast and crew staying at the hotel. The season is currently available to stream.
2025: Intel Gaming and Minecraft
Intel Gaming invited influencers Tommy Innit and Eystreem to Thornbury Castle to take part in a head to head live streaming Minecraft battle. This was an exclusive use production where the grounds and interiors were dressed by set designers and then digitally reconstructed to be part of the game.
2024: Visit South West
The regional tourism organisation Visit South West filmed at Thornbury Castle for its website and social media to highlight one of the many things to do in the local area.
2023: Ghost Hunters on ITV
Some of the event rooms within the castle, notably the Barons Room, were used to film talking head interviews as part of an episode of Ghost Hunters.
2022: Good Morning Britain on ITV
Broadcaster Andi Peters filmed the giveaway segment of one of the episodes of GMB in 2022. He filmed both inside and outside of the castle as part of the segment, teasing viewers with the cash prize that they could win.
2010: ‘Whites’ on BBC
This BBC comedy-drama series Whites, starring Alan Davies, is a story of the executive chef at a country house hotel. The castle was used for the exterior shots of the fictional “White House Hotel”, while interior scenes were filmed elsewhere in Wales
Why Film at Thornbury Castle?
Steeped in history and built over 500 years ago with many original features remaining, our historic castle setting is the ideal filming location for period dramas, or productions that require a grand setting of epic proportions. From the original stone walls of the castle itself to the acres of land and manicured gardens, you'll be able to find a perfect spot for any scene. With a variety of unique event spaces available, from the intimate Barons Room, the impressive Tudor Hall, and 26 beautifully restored period bedchambers. These spaces can be utilised as authentic on-screen locations, production offices, green rooms, holding areas, or accommodation for cast and crew. Conveniently located just on the outskirts of Bristol, one of the Uk's leading film and television hubs, the castle has brilliant transport links to Bristol Airport, London and Major Motorway networks.
Exclusive use
Want to transform our events spaces into custom set designs? No problem. We are more than happy for crews to take over the castle and hire for exclusive use to ensure complete privacy and artistic freedom. We can offer flexible filming solutions which can adapt to your schedule, whether you want to do an afternoon shoot or an extensive multi-week production - we've got it covered.
