Harry Potter fans love Lacock Abbey, which stood in as Hogwarts for two of the films. Visits see fans challenging friends to a wizard duel, playing hide and seek in the grounds and following the filming locations leaflet to explore the area.
Lavenham, in Suffolk, has also featured in the films. Avid fans will recognise it from scenes in Godric’s Hollow. Freshwater West, six miles west of Stackpole in Pembrokeshire, was the filming location for the beach scenes with Dobby and home to Shell Cottage.
Watch out for the Whomping Willow on Ashridge Estate, Hertfordshire, which takes the form of a gnarled and knotted 400 year old beech tree. Visit Malfoy Manor, also known as Hardwick Hall in Derbyshire. Hardwick was used to film the exterior scenes of the Malfoy's home in Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows.
How can I double check if filming will affect my visit?
If you are unsure whether filming may have an impact on your planned visit, and you cannot see any messages on our homepage or social media, you can email us lacockabbey@nationaltrust.org.uk when planning your visit in advance or by calling us on 01249 730459.
