Where was The Other Boleyn Girl filmed

Locations

• Cave Dale, Castleton

  In movie

  Scene where depicting Mary's return to London, viewed from Peveril Castle, conveying a sense of journey and the dramatic landscapes Mary traverses as she navigates her changing circumstances.

  Real

  Cave Dale, Castleton on the map

  Scene was shot The scene was shot in Cave Dale, a dramatic and rugged limestone valley situated near Castleton in Derbyshire, within the Peak District National Park. This deep, dry valley, often overlooked by the ruins of Peveril Castle, provides a stark and atmospheric backdrop, ideal for conveying a journey through historic English terrain.

• Dove Dale (Looking up Lin Dale)

  In movie

  Scene where depicting another view of the King's visit procession, looking up Lin Dale from the valley of Dove Dale, with the well-worn track leading up to the summit of Thorpe Cloud visible to the right.

  Real

  Dove Dale (Looking up Lin Dale) on the map

  Scene was shot The scene was shot in the iconic Dove Dale, a stunning limestone valley in the Peak District, renowned for its dramatic river, distinct rock formations, and hills such as Thorpe Cloud. This picturesque location perfectly encapsulated the wild and majestic English landscape of the 16th century.

• Dover Castle

  In movie

  Scene where depicting a large crowd amassing for Anne's execution at the Tower of London, with the sisters still holding onto hope for a pardon from the King, highlighting the tragic climax of Anne's story.

  Real

  Dover Castle on the map

  Scene was shot The scene was shot at Dover Castle, a formidable medieval fortress in Dover, Kent, and the largest castle in England. Its commanding position and robust fortifications made it an excellent stand-in for the Tower of London, providing a powerful and historically resonant setting for the execution scene.

• Knole House

  In movie

  Scene where depicting the morning after events at Whitehall Palace, showing the grandeur and scale of the royal court environment where key dramatic moments unfold, illustrating the aftermath of significant interactions.

  Real

  Knole House on the map

  Scene was shot The scene was shot at Knole House, a historic country estate and former archbishop's palace located within Knole Park in Sevenoaks, Kent. Its vast scale and impressive architecture made it an ideal stand-in for Whitehall Palace, effectively conveying the opulence and power of the Tudor court.

• Lin Dale

  In movie

  Scene where where King Henry VIII's grand procession makes its way to visit the Boleyn family, showcasing the royal entourage moving through picturesque English countryside, highlighting the importance of his visit.

  Real

  Lin Dale on the map

  Scene was shot The scene was shot in Lin Dale, a beautiful and rugged valley situated near Thorpe in Derbyshire, within the scenic Peak District National Park. Its dramatic natural landscape, characterized by rolling hills and lush greenery, provided an authentic and visually striking backdrop for a royal procession in the Tudor era.

• North Lees Hall

  In movie

  Scene where where Mary is summoned from Rochford as Anne is arrested, indicating the stark contrast between their situations and the far-reaching consequences of Anne's fall from grace.

  Real

  North Lees Hall on the map

  Scene was shot The scene was shot at North Lees Hall, a historic gritstone manor house located near Hathersage in Derbyshire. This 16th-century building, famed for its connection to Charlotte Brontë's "Jane Eyre," offered an authentic period setting that effectively conveyed a sense of rural England during the Tudor era.

• Northcott Mouth Beach

  In movie

  Scene where where Anne, having been banished to the French court, is dramatically summoned back to England by her family, marking a crucial turning point in her fate and her return to the perilous royal court.

  Real

  Northcott Mouth Beach on the map

  Scene was shot The scene was shot at Northcott Mouth Beach, a wild and picturesque stretch of coastline near Bude in Cornwall. Known for its rugged cliffs, dark sand, and pebbles, this dramatic natural setting provided a suitably isolated and evocative location for Anne's significant journey back to England.

• Penshurst Place Gardens

  In movie

  Scene where showcasing the elegant gardens of Whitehall Palace, providing a backdrop for discussions and intrigues among the courtiers, emphasizing the beauty and formality of the royal environment.

  Real

  Penshurst Place Gardens on the map

  Scene was shot The scene was shot at Penshurst Place, a historic fortified manor house near Penshurst in Kent, celebrated for its exquisite medieval and Elizabethan gardens. These meticulously maintained and ancient gardens were used to represent the formal and beautiful horticultural spaces of Whitehall Palace.

• St. Bartholomew The Great

  In movie

  Scene where The trial of Queen Katherine, and Anne's wedding to the king and her trial.

  Real

  St. Bartholomew The Great on the map

  Scene was shot The Priory Church of Saint Bartholomew the Great is London's oldest surviving church. Founded in 1123 as an Augustinian Priory, it has been in continuous use since 1143.

  London

• The pond at Great Chalfield Manor

  In movie

  Scene where where the Boleyn sisters, Anne (Natalie Portman) and Mary (Scarlett Johansson), engage in a discussion about the intimate details of Mary's wedding night, reflecting their close bond and the unfolding personal drama within the family.

  Real

  The pond at Great Chalfield Manor on the map

  Scene was shot The scene was shot at Great Chalfield Manor, a magnificent 15th-century moated manor house located in Wiltshire, England. This National Trust property is celebrated for its well-preserved medieval architecture and stunning gardens, which perfectly captured the authentic historical atmosphere required for the period drama, particularly around its picturesque pond.