Grimsthorpe Castle is a castle in Bourne, Lincolnshire, England, and a filming location for Bridgerton (2024). Built in 1715, it was designed by Sir John Vanbrugh (Baroque north front), and is Grade I listed.
Location: Bourne, Lincolnshire, England
Verified facts
- Appeared in Bridgerton (tv, 2024)
confidence 75/100 · 4 independent sources · SRC-11563, SRC-4475, SRC-13347, SRC-1251 - Built in 1715
confidence 85/100 · 3 independent sources · SRC-16012, SRC-16550, SRC-17560 - Designed by Sir John Vanbrugh (Baroque north front)
confidence 85/100 · 3 independent sources · SRC-16012, SRC-16551, SRC-17560 - Historic designation: Grade I listed building
confidence 85/100 · 3 independent sources · SRC-16013, SRC-16551, SRC-17560
Evidence & sources
- SRC-11563 — https://www.visitlincolnshire.com/blog/lincolnshire-castle-filmed-for-new-bridgerton-serie (Tier 3, reference; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-1251 — VisitBritain — UK Bridgerton Filming Locations (Tier 2, institutional; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-13347 — Heart (hellorayo.co.uk) (Tier 2, reference; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-16012 — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Grimsthorpe_Castle (Tier 1, reference; retrieved July 2026)
- SRC-16013 — https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1062823 (Tier 1, reference; retrieved July 2026)
- SRC-16550 — https://www.britainexpress.com/attractions.htm?attraction=272 (Tier 2, reference; retrieved July 2026)
- SRC-16551 — https://www.thedicamillo.com/house/grimsthorpe-castle/ (Tier 2, reference; retrieved July 2026)
- SRC-17560 — https://heritage-explorer.lincolnshire.gov.uk/Designation/DLI10705 (Tier 1, reference; retrieved July 2026)
- SRC-4475 — timeout.com (Tier 2, journalism; retrieved June 2026)
How we verify
Every fact above is independently corroborated by at least two reputable sources and
confidence-scored before publication. Claims that cannot clear that bar are withheld. We show the
street address only for non-residential public landmarks (museums, commercial and civic buildings,
publicly documented filming-location sites); the exact addresses of private residences and any
personal information are structurally barred from publication. Last reviewed June 2026.
Frequently asked questions
Where was Bridgerton filmed?
Grimsthorpe Castle, in Bourne, Lincolnshire, is a real-world filming location used for Bridgerton.
Who designed Grimsthorpe Castle?
Grimsthorpe Castle was designed by Sir John Vanbrugh (Baroque north front).
Where is Grimsthorpe Castle located?
Grimsthorpe Castle is located in Bourne, Lincolnshire.