Yorkshire Dales Filming Locations for Wuthering Heights

Yorkshire Backdrops that made it to Hollywood

Step into the imagination of Emily Brontë and live out your wildest dreams of feeling like a true romance movie star. The new cinematic adaptation of Wuthering Heights brings this timeless love story to life against the sweeping backdrop of the Yorkshire Dales, where wild moorland, dramatic skies and rolling fells set the stage for passion and heartbreak in the greatest love story of all time.

Starring Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi, this cinematic reimagining is set to captivate audiences worldwide, drawing in visitors eager to explore the beautiful locations showcased on screen. Escape to the Yorkshire Dales and immerse yourself in a landscape where romance is in the air and the scenery is breathtaking.

Low Row, Swaledale

Quintessentially Yorkshire, Low Row was chosen as a key village setting for the film. With its traditional stone cottages, winding lanes and expansive moorland, it perfectly captures the raw, windswept spirit of the story.

9.3 Miles from Yorebridge House

The image shows the sweeping countryside landscapes of Low Row in Swaledale.

Photograph – Yorkshire.com

Reeth, Richmond

Beyond the powerful moorland scenes, Reeth became home to the production crew. This picturesque village offered a warm Yorkshire welcome throughout filming. With its traditional, cosy pubs, inviting cafes and scenic trails, Reeth provided a charming and restful retreat between long days on set.

10 Miles from Yorebridge House

The image shows the village of Reeth in Richmond.

Photograph – Chris Werrett

Surrender Bridge, Swaledale

Among the film’s most striking settings is the historic moorland track stretching between Surrender Bridge and the Old Gang Smelt Mill. This rugged environment reflects the area’s industrial heritage while providing a sensational backdrop for moments of drama.

11 Miles from Yorebridge House

The image shows Surrender Bridge in Swaledale in the Yorkshire Dales which was a major filming spot in Wuthering Heights.

Photograph – Will Swales

Booze Moor, Richmond

For sweeping cinematic views and striking mountainous terrain, Booze Moor delivers in abundance. The wild intensity of the story is heightened by the dramatic contours of the landscape but there is also incredible contrast with the tranquillity of the farms and villages reflecting the non-linear storyline of Brontë’s classic.

12 Miles from Yorebridge House

The image shows Booze Moor in Richmond in the Yorkshire Dales which was a major filming spot in Wuthering Heights.

Photograph – Paws Explore North

Explore Emily Brontë's Yorkshire Dales

Step into the imagination of Emily Brontë and live out your wildest dreams of feeling like a true romance movie star. The new cinematic adaptation of Wuthering Heights brings this timeless love story to life against the sweeping backdrop of the Yorkshire Dales, where wild moorland, dramatic skies and rolling fells set the stage for passion and heartbreak.

From Low Row to Surrender Bridge, this fierce and untamed love story begins to unfold as you immerse yourself in the scenery. Wander through valleys shaped by wind and time, stand on the hillsides that echo the novel’s longing, and feel the raw beauty that mirrors Heathcliff and Catherine’s turbulent romance.

A stay at Yorebridge House offers the perfect base for your exploration. Within a 12-mile radius of the hotel, you can experience the landscapes of love, loss and reconciliation all in a single unforgettable day. After tracing the footsteps of this legendary romance, return to a beautifully prepared dinner in our 3AA Rosette Restaurant before retreating to the comfort of one of our elegant 5-star bedrooms for a peaceful night’s rest.

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