The final series of Netflix's The Crown is here and will feature familiar stunning filming locations you can actually visit. Series five will cover the period from 1997 to 2005, featuring Princess Diana's death, the early stages of Prince William and Kate Middleton's relationship and the wedding of Prince Charles and Camilla Parker Bowles.
The Crown has been a huge hit across the globe. So much so, that he fourth season garnered more viewers in Britain than the televised 1981 wedding of the now King Charles III and Diana. Its popularity has seen viewers looking to visit famous filming locations used during the series.
As most are stately homes open to the public either year-round or on certain dates, fans are able to visit where the camera's filmed and actors performed. Locations are across the UK and here are seven you can visit.
The Ritz, Paris - Waddesdon Manor
In the third episode of season five, Waddesdon Manor in Buckinghamshire is used as the interior of The Ritz in Paris. Waddesdon is a grand French Renaissance-style estate, originally constructed by Baron Ferdinand de Rothschild in the late 19th century. The manor Manor is known for its opulence, is accessible to visitors and offers regular tours of its house and gardens, with special events and festive celebrations during the Christmas period.
Balmoral Estate - Ardverikie Estate
Balmoral Castle and Estate in Scotland serve as the backdrop for numerous crucial scenes in The Crown especially in a standout episode from season four titled "The Balmoral Test". Ardverikie, located near Kinloch Laggan on the fringes of the Cairngorms, doubles as Balmoral in the series. Built in the 1800s, Ardverikie has a rich history of hosting royalty, including Queen Victoria, who ruled from 1837 to 1901. Its architectural design, complete with turrets and Gothic elements, makes it a fitting stand-in for Balmoral.
Windsor Palace (series one to three) - Belvoir Castle
Windsor Palace plays a significant role in The Crown, but filming on the actual palace was not allowed. Therefore, for the initial three seasons, Belvoir Castle in Leicestershire, located about 70 miles east of Birmingham, was selected as the filming location. Belvoir Castle boasts a rich history that stretches back to the 11th century and has been the site of four different castles over time. The current structure, constructed between 1801 and 1832, is an outstanding example of Regency-era architecture.
Windsor Palace (seasons four and five) - Burghley House
In the fourth and fifth seasons of The Crown, the production team chose Burghley House in Lincolnshire as the stand-in for Windsor Castle. Located roughly 30 miles south of Belvoir Castle, Burghley House was built in the mid-16th century by Sir William Cecil, the first Baron of Burghley. It stands as one of the oldest and grandest estates still in the UK. The house, along with its gardens and expansive parkland, is open to the public.
Buckingham Palace - Wilton House
There have been various stand ins for Buckingham Palace throughout The Crown, with the most notable being Wilton House. This historic residence near Salisbury is over 450 years old, remains under the ownership of the Earl and Countess of Pembroke. Open to visitors during the spring and summer, Wilton House features extensive grounds with a children’s playground and a café available for guests.
