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Go Set-jetting by Train

Discover the real locations behind some of your favourite period TV shows with National Rail’s Days Out Guide

Ahead of the highly anticipated drop of the new season of Netflix’s hit show Bridgerton, period drama fans can get their aristocratic fix with these behind-the-screen experiences thanks to National Rail. 

When travelling by train, visitors can save up to 50% off entry fees to a host of attractions with National Rail’s Days Out Guide. Find a range of fun and affordable days out across England, Scotland and Wales and step right into your favourite scenes. 

With a wealth of iconic filming locations across Britain waiting to be explored, check out our top picks for your next screen adventure and how to get there by train. Don't forget to pack your Railcard for even more great savings!

Bridgerton 

Take the Bridgerton Tour of Bath walking tour and follow in Lady Whistledown’s footsteps by taking a promenade through the beautifully leafy streets of Bath where one can visit the home of the Featheringtons, the shop owned by the charming Madame Delacroix and Lady Danbury’s house no less. Will there be whispers of Colin and Penelope’s new romance in the air?

Nearest Station: Bath Spa 

Visit Queen Charlotte’s famous palace, site of debutante balls and Edwina Sharma and Anthony Bridgerton’s lavish wedding! Hampton Court Palace filming locations used for the series include the Master Carpenter’s Court, Fountain Court, Clock Court, Base Court, the King’s Stairs and the Gardens.

Nearest Station: Hampton Court

The Crown

Explore this decadent Jacobean mansion house featured in The Crown and meet the staff in the Victorian Service Wing. Wander the tranquil gardens created by Capability Brown and enjoy stunning views across the unspoilt Essex countryside. Stop to see the horses in the Victorian stable yard then let kids run, jump and climb in the children’s play area. 

Nearest Station: Audley End

Peaky Blinders

Those looking for a bit more grit can visit the Black Country Living Museum by travelling to Tipton station in Dudley. This fascinating, immersive location was home to many of Peaky Blinders’ most famous scenes, and with countless things to see and do this is a real day out. Visit a Victorian sweet shop, watch a film in the 1930s Limelight Cinema, grab a bag of traditionally cooked fish and chips and why not quench your thirst in the Bottle & Glass Inn? Better pack a flat cap!  

Nearest Station: Tipton

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