Dartmoor National Park
Okehampton · EX20
Amenities
Summary
A 368-square-mile national park in Devon characterised by open granite moorland, rocky tors, river valleys, and ancient archaeology — used as a filming location for a 2025 feature film with Hollywood cast, confirmed by Devon Reddit users.
About this location
Dartmoor National Park covers a large upland granite mass in Devon, from Okehampton in the north to the edge of Plymouth in the south. The landscape is defined by open moorland with granite tors rising above the heather and bracken, punctuated by river valleys with wooded gorges, ancient stone rows and circles, medieval farmhouses, and scattered villages. The moor is one of the most atmospheric filming landscapes in England — the weather changes rapidly, the light is dramatic, and the open scale communicates isolation and ancient age. Reddit threads from Devon users confirmed that a major feature film with Hollywood actors was filming on Dartmoor in 2024–2025, with local observers noting the presence of a significant crew. Dartmoor’s history as a filming location includes War Horse (Spielberg, 2011), The Hound of the Baskervilles, and many others. Dartmoor National Park Authority manages filming permits and has an established process for productions ranging from student films to major features. The absence of infrastructure in the central moor requires careful unit base planning.
Access notes
- Parking
- No on-site parking confirmed. Expect to use nearby public car parks or a council parking suspension.
- Loading access
- Loading access not listed. Confirm access points, door widths, and lift availability with the venue before the day.
- Public transit
- Okehampton 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 Dartmoor National Park?
- Yes — filming on or around Dartmoor National Park 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 Dartmoor National Park?
- Parking isn't listed as a confirmed amenity for Dartmoor National Park. Check with the site for crew parking, loading, and unit-base options — in Okehampton you'll often rely on nearby public car parks or a council parking suspension.
- How much does it cost to film at Dartmoor National Park?
- Dartmoor National Park 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 Dartmoor National Park?
- Dartmoor National Park can accommodate a large crew of 15+ including feature-film unit requirements, trucks, and extras.
- Has anything been filmed at Dartmoor National Park before?
- Dartmoor National Park 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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