Highclere Castle, Hampshire
Highclere Castle is the primary exterior location for Downton Abbey. The Victorian mansion serves as the fictional Crawley family seat and is open to visitors during select seasons. It is located near Newbury in Hampshire, England.
Bampton, Oxfordshire
Bampton provided the village setting for many exterior Downton Abbey scenes. Its church, pub, and high street were used for filming, making it a recognizable stop for fans exploring the series’ real-world backdrop.
London and Other Filming Sites
Interior scenes were filmed at Ealing Studios in London, while additional exterior shots took place across the Home Counties. Nearby country estates and railway locations also appear in the series.
For more details on filming locations and visiting information, see the official Highclere Castle website at Highclere Castle.
