1. Film And Tv

Film & TV

The Forest of Dean and Wye Valley has a fascinating film and TV history, having been used as a location for a huge range of productions, from blockbuster films and beloved TV shows to children’s favourites and epic dark fantasies. Whether you’re a seasoned “setjetter,” a die-hard Harry Potter fan, or a Star Wars aficionado, a visit to the Dean Wye is an unforgettable experience. Walk in the footsteps of iconic characters like Merlin and Doctor Who, explore legendary filming locations, and capture photos that bring your favourite scenes to life.

This captivating region has set the stage for productions as diverse as Star Wars to Doctor WhoHarry PotterMerlinHis Dark MaterialsSex EducationCursedKing Arthur, and so much more! The area has a varied and popular history with film makers and inspirational figures, including being the childhood home of J.K. Rowling and the inspiration for J.R.R. Tolkien. Our culture and heritage is rich and unique, and we are very proud of it. With its breathtaking natural beauty and ancient heritage, the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley has become a favourite of filmmakers and visionaries alike - and it’s easy to see why (even if we are biased).

Film & TV Trail

Explore our Film and TV Trail is suitable for the whole family and features many of our location highlights; what fan would miss the opportunity to visit some of the locations seen in their favourite films and tv programmes? It allows you to recreate some of your favourite scenes from these magical and inspirational films, visit our award-winning attractions, and make the most of our food and drink and accommodation providers whilst in the area. J.J. Abrams himself gave praise to the Forest of Dean in his final letter to the cast and crew of Star Wars VII: The Force Awakens, and we’re sure that you will share his enthusiasm!

Forest of Dean and Wye Valley Film and TV Trail
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Discover the locations featured in your favourite film and TV shows.

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Star Wars Episode VII The Force Awakens Filmed in Puzzzlewood in the Forest of Dean
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Star Wars

Discover where Star Wars: The Force Awakens was filmed in the Forest of…

Harry Potter the Deathly Hallows Filmed in the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley
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Harry Potter

Explore real Harry Potter filming locations in the Forest of Dean and Wye…

King Arthur Filmed in the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley
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King Arthur

This blockbuster film from Guy Ritchie, starring Charlie Hunnam and Jude…

The Huntsman Winters War
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The Huntsman: Winter’s War

The Huntsman: Winter's War is an adaptation based on the German fairytale…

Jack the Giant Slayer Film filming locations in the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley
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Jack the Giant Slayer

Discover the unique locations in the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley that…

The Secret Garden
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The Secret Garden

The Secret Garden is an adaptation of Frances Hodgson Burnett’s beloved…

Dream Horse Filmed in 2020 Forest of Dean
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Dream Horse

Filmed at Chepstow Racecourse, Dream Horse tells the true story of the…

The Aeronauts 2019
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The Aeronauts

Aeronauts was filmed over Herefordshire, with the county's rolling green…

A Midsummer Nights Dream 2016
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A Midsummer Night's Dream

A magical woodland full of mystical creatures? Only Puzzlewood could serve…

Born of Hope The Ring of Barahir 2009 Filmed in the Forest of Dean
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Born of Hope: The Ring of Barahir

Born of Hope: The Ring of Barahir is a prequel to the Lord of the Rings,…

Outlaw Film
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Outlaw

Set in Britain in 2007, Outlaw is an action movie that follows a group of…

Just Visiting 2001 Film
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Just Visiting

In this remake of the hugely popular French comedy blockbuster movie Les…

Arthurs Dyke 2001 Film in the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley
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Arthur's Dyke

Walk the stunning routes seen in Arthur’s Dyke across the Forest of Dean…

Shadowlands 1993 Filmed in the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley
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Shadowlands

Step into the world of Shadowlands and explore filming locations across…

All Our TV Programmes

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Sex Education

Explore Netflix’s Sex Education filming locations in the Forest of Dean…

Doctor Who Filmed in Puzzlewood in the Forest of Dean
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Doctor Who

Step into the world of Doctor Who with real filming locations across the…

Merlin Filmed in the Forest of Dean
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Merlin

Step into the world of Merlin in the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley. Visit…

The Change TV Show Filmed in the Forest of Dean
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The Change

Discover filming locations for Channel 4’s The Change in the Forest of…

His Dark Materials 2019 2022 Filmed in the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley
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His Dark Materials

Discover filming locations from His Dark Materials in the Forest of Dean…

Cursed Filmed in the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley
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Cursed

Released in 2020, Netflix's Cursed was filmed in several locations…

The End of The Fing World 2019 Filmed in the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley
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The End of The F***ing World

In 2019, the second season of Netflix's The End of the F***ing World was…

Atlantis filmed in the Forest of Dean
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Atlantis

Bringing the classic allure of a Greek myth to life, and produced by the…

Tree Fu Tom
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Tree Fu Tom

Tree Fu Tom is a popular children’s show produced by CBeebies. Discover…

The Dare Devil 2013 2015
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The Dare Devil

The Dare Devil was a popular children's programme that sought to put…

New Worlds 2014
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New Worlds

A drama series about settlers to America in the 17th century, New Worlds…

Wizards vs Aliens 2014 Filmed in the FOD
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Wizards vs Aliens

Wizards vs Aliens is an adventure programme that follows encounters…

Da Vincis Demons 2013 filmed in the forest of dean
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Da Vinci’s Demons

Discover where Da Vinci’s Demons was filmed in the Forest of Dean and Wye…

Primeval 2007 2011 Filmed in the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley
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Primeval

Primeval is a popular television drama series that was filmed in various…

Tess of the D Urbervilles Film
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Tess of the D'Urbervilles

Tess of the D’Urbervilles details the story of a low-born country girl…

Robin of Sherwood Filmed in the Forest of Dean
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Robin of Sherwood

Back in the 1980s, ITV produced a hugely popular Saturday evening TV…

Puzzlewood Forest is a magical place in Coleford in the Forest of Dean
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