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BRIDGERTON Netflix’s Bridgerton has stolen our hearts ever since its debut release on Christmas day two years ago. With the recent launch of Season Two it's time to celebrate the series on a Bridgerton-inspired tour of the Great West Way, visiting the glamorous locations seen on screen. Words | Melanie Abrams
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roduced by Shonda Rhimes, creator of Grey's Anatomy and Scandal, and based on the novels by Julia Quinn, the show has proved a hit with audiences around the world thanks to its modern take on life in Regency England – not to mention its passionate romance scenes. But did you know several of the scenes were filmed right here on the Great West Way? With the second series out now discover the real-life filming locations and Bridgerton experiences on the Great West Way. Take some time to visit the beautiful historic properties and locations used as backdrops for the show including famous landmarks like Hampton Court Palace to the lesser-known secrets such as the Abbey Deli in Bath (previously called Pickled Greens). Incredible historic houses and charming cities from the whole length of the Great West Way are being used as filmsets to bring the Bridgerton story to life. If you are beginning your Great West Way journey in London its Regency heritage offers the perfect inspiration. Many of the events in Bridgerton are set in London Mayfair's, within the residences of the best families in England. Take in Regent’s Park and Regent Street or see London through its Bridgerton homes.
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Starting in the west of London, east of the route, is Syon House, the London home of the Dukes of Northumberland with its 200 acre park. Used as Bridgerton’s Buckingham House, the smaller forerunner to Buckingham Palace, it’s where Queen Charlotte dined with her husband, George III, whilst its Print Room doubled for Hastings’ study. →
