Blockbuster films you might not know were filmed in Derbyshire - as county named one of the most stunning film locations in the world
Phil Bramley
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These stars have all filmed in Derbyshire (Photo: Getty)
With film and TV tourism on the rise around the globe and 96% of people admitting to visiting places associated with their favourite movies or television shows, experts have researched the most beautiful filming locations in the world.
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It’s beauty is featured throughout Pride and Prejudice. From the rugged gritstone edge where Elizabeth Bennet daydreamed of My Darcy to the panoramic views of valleys and rivers showcasing the beauty of the British countryside. The 2005 movie adaption also used the magnificent Chatsworth House, a stately home that was used for many of its exterior and interior scenes, and it is arguably amongst the most beautiful country houses in Britain. The stunning home is referred to as the ‘jewel in the Peak District’s crown’ and is available to guests to tour.
Keira Knightley was at Chatsworth for the 2005 film version of Pride and Prejudice, which also starred Matthew Macfadyen as Mr Darcy (Photo: Frederic Nebinger)
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“With more holidaymakers jetting off to locations where their favourite movies and shows were filmed, we have researched popular movies known for their extraordinary locations.
“Film and TV buffs can visit the dramatic scenery which plays a huge part in so many popular movies and series and enjoy their own immersive experience.
Although most of the film was shot in London, part of the movie was also shot in Derbyshire. It featured Renee Zellweger, Hugh Grant and Colin Firth, Colin also featured in the BBC's famous 1995 TV series Pride and Prejudice which was shot at Sudbury Hall. (Photo: Gareth Cattermole)
“From charming towns nestled in the easternmost area of Germany to the Southern Alps that run the South Island, there are many locations around the world that will be recognised by cinema lovers for their enchanting and unique beauty.
“These cinematic masterpieces will inspire moviegoers to swap their Tango ice blast for their passport and explore some of the most beautiful corners of the globe.”
Here we look at some of the other big name stars and blockbuster films to hit the big screen that have used Derbyshire as the backdrop for their scenes...
Scarlett Johansson and Natalie Portman both featured in the 2008 film The Other Boleyn Girl. Parts of the film were shot in Dovedale, Castleton and Haddon Hall, as well as at North Lees Hall. (Photo: JOHN MACDOUGALL)
The 1955 film version of the intrepid bombing raid used the Derwent Reservoir as a stand in for the Ruhr valley in the film. The Reservoir was used by the real life pilots to practise dropping the bouncing bomb during the Second World War. (Photo: Christopher Furlong)
Robin Wright featured in the Princess Bride in 1987, which was shot on location at Haddon Hall. (Photo: VALERY HACHE)
The Chronicles of Narnia (used Castleton’s underground caves, Peak Cavern, Wingfield Manor, Chatsworth House and Haddon Hall to shoot scenes for the children's classic.
Although filmed mainly in Sheffield, there are parts of The Full Monty that were shot in an old colliery in Shirebrook. (Photo: DEAN ATKINS)
Robert Carlyle featured in Summer, which was filmed on location in and around Bolsover based on the script by Matlock writer Hugh Ellis. (Photo: Carlo Allegri)
Keira Knightley appeared in The Duchess, which told the story of Georgiana, Duchess of Devonshire. Naturally, Chatsworth House again had a starring role, as did Kedleston Hall. (Photo: Nadine Rupp)
Michael Sheen played Brian Clough and Timothy Spall his sidekick Peter Taylor in the story of the legendary football manager. The Oscar for best actor should have gone to Chesterfield FC's old Saltergate ground though, which stood in for Wembley in the film - as well as the Baseball Ground, Carrow Road, and Bloomfield Road. (Photo: Tim P. Whitby)
Emily Blunt featured in The Wolf Man, which again used Chatsworth to shoot some scenes (Photo: Frazer Harrison)
Both the cult TV series and the spin-off movies of The League of Gentlemen were filmed in Hadfield, which doubled as Royston Vasey. (Photo: Gareth Cattermole)
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