TV and Film Locations in Cheltenham
Cheltenham’s elegant Regency architecture and tree-lined streets have long made it an attractive filming location for television dramas and feature films. Its sweeping terraces, historic landmarks and well preserved town centre provide a versatile backdrop that can double for London, period settings or contemporary British locations.
Productions associated with Cheltenham include the 1968 cult classic If.... starring Malcolm McDowell, filmed at Cheltenham College, and the Cold War thriller The Whistle Blower starring Michael Caine. The popular BBC sitcom Butterflies, starring Wendy Craig, was also filmed partly in Cheltenham, using its leafy residential streets and elegant homes as the backdrop for suburban family life.
In more recent years, Regency style settings across Cheltenham and Gloucestershire have attracted major productions such as Bridgerton, Sherlock and The Crown, reflecting the area’s continued appeal to filmmakers.
From independent productions to global streaming dramas, Cheltenham remains a visually distinctive location. Explore the streets, gardens and landmark venues that contribute to the town’s reputation as one of Gloucestershire’s most cinematic settings.
Cheltenham Locations Featured in TV and Film
