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 recorded source groups · SRC-11563, SRC-4475, SRC-13347, SRC-1251 - Built in 1715
confidence 85/100 · 3 recorded source groups · SRC-16012, SRC-16550, SRC-17560 - Designed by Sir John Vanbrugh (Baroque north front)
confidence 85/100 · 3 recorded source groups · SRC-16012, SRC-16551, SRC-17560 - Historic designation: Grade I listed building
confidence 85/100 · 3 recorded source groups · 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
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Frequently asked questions
How is Grimsthorpe Castle connected to Bridgerton?
Grimsthorpe Castle, in Bourne, Lincolnshire, has a documented connection to Bridgerton. Read the sourced facts on this page for the type of connection.
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.