Belvoir Castle
Grantham · NG32
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Summary
A Gothic Revival castle in Leicestershire, seat of the Duke of Rutland, with a substantial filming record including The Da Vinci Code, The Young Victoria, The Crown, and Young Sherlock Holmes.
About this location
Belvoir Castle sits on a prominent hill at the north-east corner of Leicestershire, overlooking the Vale of Belvoir towards Nottinghamshire. The name is pronounced “Beaver” — a Norman French derivation meaning beautiful view. The original castle was built immediately after the Norman Conquest; the present building is a Gothic Revival structure rebuilt between 1801 and 1832 to designs by James Wyatt following a fire. It is a Grade I listed building and the seat of the Manners family, Dukes of Rutland, who have held the estate since 1508. The 15,000-acre Belvoir estate forms one of the larger privately owned landholdings in the English Midlands.
The castle’s Gothic silhouette — towers, battlements, and a dramatic hilltop position — has attracted period productions across four decades. Film credits include Young Sherlock Holmes (1985), The Haunting (1999), Little Lord Fauntleroy (1980), Jack and the Beanstalk: The Real Story (2001), King Ralph (1991), and The Da Vinci Code. Television includes The Young Victoria (ITV/BBC, 2007), The Crown (Netflix), and The Diplomat (2026). The castle also had a cameo in an episode of Rosie and Jim (1999). The Duke of Rutland manages filming enquiries directly through the estate office.
Access notes
- Parking
- On-site parking available — confirm crew-vehicle capacity with the venue.
- Loading access
- Loading access not listed. Confirm access points, door widths, and lift availability with the venue before the day.
- Public transit
- Grantham has mainline rail and regional bus connections. Check the nearest station and allow for equipment on-foot from transit.
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FAQ
- Do I need a permit to film at Belvoir Castle?
- Yes — filming on or around Belvoir Castle typically requires a permit. Allow roughly 5–10 working days lead time for most UK councils. Interior shoots on private property may also need owner consent.
- Is parking available at Belvoir Castle?
- On-site parking is available at Belvoir Castle. Capacity varies — confirm crew-vehicle numbers with the venue before the day.
- How much does it cost to film at Belvoir Castle?
- Belvoir Castle sits in the £££ band. Typical UK film-location day rates range from under £200 for simple interior shoots to well over £1,000 for period properties and landmark venues. Confirm with the venue directly.
- What crew size is suitable for Belvoir Castle?
- Belvoir Castle can accommodate a large crew of 15+ including feature-film unit requirements, trucks, and extras.
- Has anything been filmed at Belvoir Castle before?
- Belvoir Castle appears on Filmshoot's UK location index because it has a documented track record or strong characteristics for film and photography. Specific production credits aren't displayed unless publicly confirmed by the venue — ask the venue directly or check ScreenSkills and IMDb Locations for verified credits.
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