The Yorkshire filming locations used for Netflix's Bridgerton, as the series returns to our screens today
As the ton prepares for a new "Season of Love" in 2026, Bridgerton is officially shifting its focus to the series' most reluctant bachelor.
Season Fourt follows Benedict (Luke Thompson), the bohemian second son, who finds himself captivated by a mysterious "Lady in Silver" at a grand masquerade ball.
Part one of this latest chapter, which drops a little later on this morning on Netflix, promises a fairy-tale-inspired pursuit as Benedict searches for his elusive love, unaware that she is actually Sophie (Yerin Ha), a resourceful maid with a past as complex as his own.
While the new season boasts an expansive two-acre backlot at Shepperton Studios and fresh locations like Burghley House, long-time fans will recall that the series’ atmospheric heart was once rooted firmly in the North.
Just as integral to the show's early identity as its modern-day masquerades were the sweeping landscapes of Yorkshire, which provided the backdrop for some of the most enduring and steamy moments of the debut season.
Did you spot one of these two locations in previous seasons of Bridgerton?
Where in Yorkshire has Bridgerton filmed previously?
While much of the show’s urban drama unfolds in Bath and London, the Duke of Hastings’ sprawling family estate, Clyvedon, was brought to life using the majestic scenery of North Yorkshire.
These locations provided the scale and "old world" grit needed to ground the romance of Season 1.
Castle Howard (Clyvedon Castle)
The castle famously portrayed the exterior and several grand interiors of the Duke’s ancestral seat. Fans will recognise the Great Hall, with its 70-foot-high painted ceiling and dramatic dome, as the spot where Simon and Daphne are greeted by their household staff upon their arrival.
The property’s Baroque opulence was a perfect match for the Duke's formidable heritage, with the production also making use of the Long Gallery and the Turquoise Drawing Room to showcase the estate's interior scale.
Just as iconic is the Temple of the Four Winds, a classical folly on the estate grounds designed by Vanbrugh. This was the setting for the series' most famous "steamy" sequence (the rain-soaked encounter in the Season one finale), which cemented Castle Howard's place in the Bridgerton hall of fame.
However, Bridgerton is far from the first time this North Yorkshire gem has stepped into the spotlight.
Castle Howard has been a "darling" of the screen for decades, most notably as the setting for both the 1981 and 2008 adaptations of Evelyn Waugh’s Brideshead Revisited, along with being the primary filming location for Apple TV+’s period drama, The Buccaneers, in 2023.
Coneysthorpe (Clyvedon Village)
Just a stone's throw from the grand house lies the picturesque estate village of Coneysthorpe, which doubled as Clyvedon Village.
This charming spot was central to the "Great Experiment" storyline in the first season, serving as the site of the festive village fair where Daphne famously pardoned a prize pig. The village’s traditional stone cottages and quintessentially English green were so perfect for the Regency era that very little set dressing was required, and many actual residents appeared as extras in the scenes.
While Bridgerton fans know it as the Duke's local community, Coneysthorpe and the surrounding estate have been a favourite for location scouts for years. Its timeless, "chocolate-box" aesthetic has seen it appear in several other major productions, including Victoria (2016), Barry Lyndon (1975) and Lady L (1965).
As a working village, Coneysthorpe is accessible year-round for those who want to wander through a real-life Bridgerton set. It sits along the Centenary Way, making it a popular stop for hikers looking for that perfect view of Castle Howard across the Great Lake.
Is there a walking route between the two filming locations?
There is indeed a popular and scenic circular walking route that allows you to step directly into the world of the Duke and Duchess by connecting the estate’s grand house with its most famous village.
The Castle Howard to Coneysthorpe loop is a scenic five-mile trail that offers a two-hour journey through a perfect blend of Regency glamour and rugged Yorkshire landscape.
The route begins at the estate car park and follows the edge of the Great Lake, the inspiration for many of the show's promenade scenes, before winding north through ancient woodlands into the heart of the village.
As you walk, the house is visible from across the water, offering the same majestic "Clyvedon" scale that Daphne experienced upon her arrival, and eventually leads directly onto the village green where the iconic Season 1 fair was filmed.
While the village itself and the connecting public bridleways are free to explore, a Gardens ticket is required for those wishing to detour onto the private grounds to see specific landmarks like the Temple of the Four Winds.
To finish the experience, most visitors conclude their walk at the Castle Howard Farm Shop & Cafe in the stable courtyard, which provides the perfect setting for a coffee and a local treat while catching up on the latest gossip from the ton.
Bridgerton: Season Four - Part 1 arrives on Netflix from 8am, with Part 2 scheduled to be released on February 26.