Wentworth Woodhouse

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Wentworth Woodhouse
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Wentworth Woodhouse is a Palladian landmark in Rotherham, South Yorkshire, United Kingdom, and a filming location for Downton Abbey (2010-2015), Victoria (2016-2019) and Darkest Hour (2017) among other productions. Built in 1725, it was designed by Henry Flitcroft, and is Grade I listed. It is owned by Wentworth Woodhouse Preservation Trust.

Location: Wentworth, Rotherham, South Yorkshire, United Kingdom

Verified facts

  • Located in Wentworth, Rotherham
    confidence 80/100 · 4 independent sources · SRC-2777, SRC-2778, SRC-7654, SRC-7655
  • Designed by Henry Flitcroft
    confidence 90/100 · 4 independent sources · SRC-2777, SRC-2779, SRC-7654, SRC-7655
  • Built in 1725
    confidence 90/100 · 4 independent sources · SRC-2777, SRC-2779, SRC-7655, SRC-7654
  • Architectural style: Palladian
    confidence 90/100 · 4 independent sources · SRC-2777, SRC-2779, SRC-7654, SRC-7656
  • Historic designation: Grade I listed
    confidence 90/100 · 4 independent sources · SRC-2777, SRC-2780, SRC-7654, SRC-7655
  • Appeared in Downton Abbey (tv, 2010-2015)
    confidence 80/100 · 5 independent sources · SRC-2778, SRC-2781, SRC-7657, SRC-7658, SRC-9875
  • Owned by Wentworth Woodhouse Preservation Trust
    confidence 85/100 · 4 independent sources · SRC-2782, SRC-2783, SRC-7657, SRC-7656
  • Appeared in Victoria (tv, 2016-2019)
    confidence 75/100 · 6 independent sources · SRC-4330, SRC-4470, SRC-7657, SRC-7659, SRC-10042, SRC-10043
  • Appeared in Darkest Hour (movie, 2017)
    confidence 75/100 · 3 independent sources · SRC-10570, SRC-10571, SRC-13426
  • Appeared in Gentleman Jack (tv, 2022)
    confidence 80/100 · 5 independent sources · SRC-2781, SRC-10570, SRC-11224, SRC-14477, SRC-14567
  • Appeared in Jonathan Strange & Mr Norrell (tv, 2015)
    confidence 80/100 · 5 independent sources · SRC-2781, SRC-10570, SRC-11224, SRC-14478, SRC-14568
  • Appeared in The Irregulars (tv, 2021)
    confidence 75/100 · 4 independent sources · SRC-2781, SRC-10572, SRC-14297, SRC-14476

Evidence & sources

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 Darkest Hour filmed?

Wentworth Woodhouse, in Rotherham, South Yorkshire, is a real-world filming location used for Darkest Hour. This property has also appeared on screen in Downton Abbey, Gentleman Jack, Jonathan Strange & Mr Norrell, The Irregulars.

Where was Downton Abbey filmed?

Wentworth Woodhouse, in Rotherham, South Yorkshire, is a real-world filming location used for Downton Abbey. This property has also appeared on screen in Darkest Hour, Gentleman Jack, Jonathan Strange & Mr Norrell, The Irregulars.

Where was Gentleman Jack filmed?

Wentworth Woodhouse, in Rotherham, South Yorkshire, is a real-world filming location used for Gentleman Jack. This property has also appeared on screen in Darkest Hour, Downton Abbey, Jonathan Strange & Mr Norrell, The Irregulars.

Where was Jonathan Strange & Mr Norrell filmed?

Wentworth Woodhouse, in Rotherham, South Yorkshire, is a real-world filming location used for Jonathan Strange & Mr Norrell. This property has also appeared on screen in Darkest Hour, Downton Abbey, Gentleman Jack, The Irregulars.

Who designed Wentworth Woodhouse?

Wentworth Woodhouse was designed by Henry Flitcroft.

Where is Wentworth Woodhouse located?

Wentworth Woodhouse is located in Rotherham, South Yorkshire.

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