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There’s nothing like watching two people fall in love onscreen.
And what’s even better is when the story takes place in a location that elevates the plot even more and makes viewers swoon as much for the romance as they do for the setting. Whether it’s on the streets of London or the rolling English countryside, these films all take place amid memorable backdrops — some of which have inspired countless visits from fans trying to get in on the movie magic.
From Love Actually to Pride and Prejudice, read on to learn more about the locations behind these beautifully romantic scenes — and which ones you can visit in real life!
Newlywed Bliss in ‘Pride and Prejudice’
Keira Knightly and Matthew Macfadyen in ‘Pride and Prejudice’.
Universal Pictures
In a scene that is only included in the U.S. alternate ending of the movie, viewers get a glimpse into Elizabeth and Mr. Darcy’s life as husband and wife. In the utterly romantic moment, Lizzy, played by Keira Knightley, tells her new husband which names she’d prefer to be called.
“And what shall I call you when I am cross? Mrs. Darcy?,” Darcy, played by Matthew Macfadyen, asks.
“No. No. You may only call me ‘Mrs. Darcy’ when you are completely, and perfectly, and incandescently happy.”
“Then how are you this evening, Mrs. Darcy?”
Though it is dark outside as the scene unfolds, it’s set at Mr. Darcy’s Pemberley estate, which was filmed at Chatsworth House in Derbyshire.
A Flirty Boat Ride in ‘Bridget Jones’s Diary’
Renée Zellweger in ‘Bridget Jones Diary.’.
Miramax
There are many special moments throughout the saga that is the story of Bridget Jones, but one in particular takes place in a picturesque retreat in the English countryside. For Bridget and Daniel’s getaway — “This can’t be just shagging, a mini-break means true love” — the couple heads to the real life oasis of Stoke Park in Buckinghamshire, England.
The grounds are on display in one scene in particular which sees Bridget, played by Renée Zellweger and Daniel (Hugh Grant) rowing boats together.
Breaking Into a Private Park in ‘Notting Hill’
Julia Roberts and Hugh Grant in ‘Notting Hill.’.
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It’s no surprise that the romantic comedy stalwart Grant makes another appearance on this list — this time for 1999’s Notting Hill with Julia Roberts. After meeting in a book shop, the two later hop a fence to sneak into the private Rosmead Gardens in the Notting Hill section of west London. Like New York City’s Gramercy Park, Rosmead Gardens can only be accessed by residents of the surrounding area.
After they make their way into the park, Grant’s William poses the question “What in the world in this garden could make that ordeal worthwhile?” to which Roberts’ Anna responds with a big kiss.
“Nice garden,” he says.
Museum Dancing in ‘Red, White & Royal Blue’
Taylor Zakhar Perez and Nicholas Galitzine in ‘Red, White & Royal Blue.’.
Amazon
As Alex Claremont-Diaz (Taylor Zakhar Perez) and Prince Henry’s relationship develops on screen in Red, White and Royal Blue, one of the most touching moments in the film comes when the two share a dance in the galleries of London’s Victoria and Albert Museum.
And while it might seem like a hard scene to pull off in the actual halls of the popular and historic museum, that’s exactly what the filmmakers did!
“To be able to witness it in such a quiet state was really bizarre. Night shoots are disorienting at the best of times. It’s 5:00 in the morning, you’re trying to act and be emotional, and you’re in this truly beautiful, picturesque setting,” Nicholas Galitzine, who played the prince in the movie told EW of the experience. “It was really cool to be able to explore it. It felt a bit like Night in the Museum. It was a weird, surreal but extremely enjoyable experience.”
Caroling in ‘Love Actually’
Andrew Lincoln in ‘Love Actually.’.
Alamy
Though it’s hard to pick just one moment from this tear-jerking rom-com, one of the most memorable scenes in Love Actually takes place in the doorway of Keira Knightly’s Juliet’s home. Andrew Lincoln’s Mark comes to the door and without saying a single word, confesses his love for her through a series of cue cards.
Her charming pink home is located along the real-life row of colorful homes on St Lukes Mews in Notting Hill.
In 2020, the Manchester Evening News reported that the home’s owner didn’t realize her new address was noteworthy when she bought it and has since struggled with the conveyor belt of tourists who come to visit it.
Running Through Snow in ‘The Holiday’
Cameron Diaz and Jude Law in ‘The Holiday.’.
Alamy; Columbia Pictures/ Everett
After their whirlwind romance unfolds within the walls of the charming cottage on the English countryside, one of the most romanic scenes from 2006’s The Holiday comes after Cameron Diaz’s character Amanda gets in a cab to return to L.A. After a short while she realizes she has to turn around and runs through the snow to make it back to Jude Law’s Graham — so she does just that.
Though recently Law revealed in an interview with BBC Radio that the “cottage doesn’t exist,” the house that allegedly inspired it, Honeysuckle Cottage in Surrey, England is real.
Secret Conversations in ‘Jane Eyre’
Mia Wasikowska and Michael Fassbender in ‘Jane Eyre.’.
Alamy
When Mr. Rochester confesses his true feelings for Jane — after she says she’s going to leave Thornfield (Mr. Rochester’s home where she has been working) — he does so on the gorgeous grounds of his home which was depicted by Haddon Hall in Derbyshire, England.
A Winning Kiss in ‘Wimbledon’
Kirsten Dunst and Paul Bettany in ‘Wimbledon.’.
Universal Pictures
Before there was Challengers, the original onscreen “love match” took place in Wimbledon, in which Paul Bettany plays English pro tennis player Peter Colt and Kirsten Dunst plays rising American tennis star Lizzie Bradbury. While their relationship hits some twists and turns along the way, in the end love, ahem, conquers all and the two share an emotional kiss following his big win at — you guessed it — Wimbledon.
Scenes for the film were actually captured during the 2003 Wimbledon Tournament, marking the only time in the history that such a thing had been allowed, Working Title Films said in a post to Instagram. The people who filled the stands were actual spectators of the match rather than extras.
Colt’s fictional win was filmed amid a second round match between Tim Henman and Michael Llodra, The Guardian explained.
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