The Great Outdoors Spring 2019

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  1. BINEVENAGH, COUNTY
    LONDONDERRY


Binevenagh and the surrounding hills
set the scene for season five’s finale of
Game of Thrones, reuniting the wandering
Daenerys Targaryen with some old friends.
The 60-million-year-old plateau has been
classified as both an Area of Special
Scientific Interest and as an Area of
Outstanding Natural Beauty, guaranteeing
a special experience for all who come across
it. Enjoy views of Lough Foyle, the Roe Valley
and even the west coast of Scotland on a
clear day.



  1. PORTHCURNO,
    CORNWALL


Poldark conducts much of its filming
across historic sites throughout Cornwall,
and Porthcurno (the setting for the quaint
Nampara Cove) is not to be missed. With
glorious soft, white sand surrounded by
turquoise waves crashing against high cliffs,
it’s paradise on a clear and sunny day. Follow
the footsteps of Ross and Damelza across
the beach, or opt for a hands-on exploration
of Porthcurno cove and shoreline with a
coasteering experience – this is one of
Cornwall’s top spots for it.



  1. NOSE’S POINT, SEAHAM,
    COUNTY DURHAM


Although much of The Last Kingdom was
filmed in Hungary, many key moments on the
coasts were filmed in England and Wales. In
season two, the traders’ camp where Uhtred
finds himself sold into slavery was filmed at
Nose’s Point, south of Seaham. This is an
Area of Special Scientific Interest thanks to its


FILMING
LOCATIONS

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Head behind the scenes of some


of our most popular TV series, by


visiting the UK locations in which


they were ilmed


The UK has seen an increase in ilming
activity for television shows in recent
years – with its mountains, forests and
beaches representing far-off fantasy lands
or posing purely as themselves. Here we've
selected 10 great areas to explore from
some of the many locations used for ilming
throughout England, Scotland, Wales and
Northern Ireland. (Warning: potential
spoilers ahead!)


unique geology and ecology. The wildflower
meadows are wonderful, and there’s plenty
of coastal exploring to do at the nearby
Blast Beach.

(^) 4. FFOREST FAWR,
BRECON BEACONS
There’s plenty of choice for places to
discover in Wales that were Doctor Who
filming locations, but Fforest Fawr is perfect
for walkers who enjoy rambling through
woodlands. Featured in season eight’s
“Robot of Sherwood” with Peter Capaldi and
Jenna Coleman, the woodland is home to
accessible walking trails and is the backdrop
to the serene castle, Castell Coch (which
features in season seven of the show).



  1. BLAIR ATHOLL,
    PERTHSHIRE


Blair Castle featured prominently in season
two of ITV's Victoria, in “The King Over The
Water” episode, which sees Victoria and
Albert flee their prying court to the sanctuary
of Scotland. Tay Forest Park is just a stone’s
throw away, and if you feel like bagging
a Munro after scouting out this filming
location then you’ll be pleased to hear that
Schiehallion sits west of the Forest Park. The
Beinn a’ Ghlo range to the north-east is also
more than deserving of your time.


  1. GLEN COE AND
    RANNOCH MOOR
    Enjoy the mystery and magic of Outlander
    season one by experiencing the sweeping
    landscapes that serve as a backdrop for Jamie
    and Claire’s time-travelling adventures. At
    the eastern end of Loch Rannoch is Kinloch
    Rannoch, where the famous standing stone
    scenes are filmed. A short drive away is the
    mountaineering mecca of Glen Coe, its peaks
    familiar to Outlander fans from the opening
    credits and iconic promotional images.

  2. WYE VALLEY, WELSH
    BORDERS
    Merlin may not have graced our TV screens
    for a few years, but this cult-favourite attracts
    a host of tourists to the Welsh countryside.
    An Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty


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