Holkham Hall is a Palladian hall in Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk, United Kingdom, and a filming location for The Duchess (2008), All the King's Men (1999) and The Souvenir (2019) among other productions. Built in 1764, it was designed by William Kent, and is Grade I listed.
Location: Holkham Hall, Holkham Estate, Wells-next-the-Sea, NR23 1AB, Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk, United Kingdom
Verified facts
- Located in Holkham, Wells-next-the-Sea
confidence 85/100 · 3 recorded source groups · SRC-2052, SRC-2053, SRC-10066 - Designed by William Kent
confidence 70/100 · 2 recorded source groups · SRC-2053, SRC-2052 - Built in 1764
confidence 70/100 · 2 recorded source groups · SRC-2054, SRC-2052 - Architectural style: Palladian
confidence 70/100 · 2 recorded source groups · SRC-2054, SRC-2052 - Historic designation: Grade I listed
confidence 90/100 · 4 recorded source groups · SRC-2053, SRC-2052, SRC-6562, SRC-6563 - Appeared in The Duchess (movie, 2008)
confidence 70/100 · 2 recorded source groups · SRC-2055, SRC-2056 - Appeared in All the King's Men (tv, 1999)
confidence 70/100 · 2 recorded source groups · SRC-2055, SRC-10474 - Appeared in The Souvenir (movie, 2019)
confidence 75/100 · 3 recorded source groups · SRC-2055, SRC-10475, SRC-13638 - Appeared in Victoria & Albert (tv, 2001)
confidence 75/100 · 3 recorded source groups · SRC-2055, SRC-10475, SRC-13638
Evidence & sources
- SRC-10066 — Holkham Hall & Estate — official site (Tier 2, reference; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-10474 — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/All_the_King's_Men_(1999_film) (Tier 1, reference; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-10475 — https://mainlymuseums.com/post/1252/holkham-hall-a-wonderland/ (Tier 3, reference; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-13638 — Visit Norfolk (official county tourism organisation) — Movies and TV shows filmed at Holkham Hall an (Tier 2, reference; retrieved July 2026)
- SRC-2052 — Holkham Hall – Wikipedia (Tier 2, encyclopedia; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-2053 — Holkham Hall, Holkham, Norfolk – British Listed Buildings (Historic England listing) (Tier 1, official_archive; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-2054 — Holkham Hall – official website (historic properties) (Tier 1, official_site; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-2055 — Filming at Holkham – official website (Tier 1, official_site; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-2056 — The Duchess film locations – movie-locations.com (Tier 2, journalism; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-5923 — Holkham Estate (official site) — Contact (Tier 1, official; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-5924 — Visit North Norfolk (North Norfolk District Council tourism) — Holkham Hall (Tier 2, government; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-6562 — Parks & Gardens — Holkham Hall, Wells-next-the-Sea (Tier 2, reference; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-6563 — Country Life — A vanishingly-rare chance to buy one of the most beautiful homes on the Holkham Estate (Tier 3, news; retrieved June 2026)
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Plan Your Visit
Hours: Hall open 10:00-16:00 on Mondays, Thursdays and Sundays until 29 Oct 2026; estate/park open more widely
Admission: Hall: adult £24, child (5-15) £2.50. Walled Garden adult £7/child £1; Holkham Stories adult £10/child £1.50; combined tickets available. Parking charges apply.
Frequently asked questions
How is Holkham Hall connected to All the King's Men?
Holkham Hall, in Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk, has a documented connection to All the King's Men. Read the sourced facts on this page for the type of connection. Other associated screen titles include The Duchess, The Souvenir, Victoria & Albert.
How is Holkham Hall connected to The Duchess?
Holkham Hall, in Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk, has a documented connection to The Duchess. Read the sourced facts on this page for the type of connection. Other associated screen titles include All the King's Men, The Souvenir, Victoria & Albert.
How is Holkham Hall connected to The Souvenir?
Holkham Hall, in Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk, has a documented connection to The Souvenir. Read the sourced facts on this page for the type of connection. Other associated screen titles include All the King's Men, The Duchess, Victoria & Albert.
How is Holkham Hall connected to Victoria & Albert?
Holkham Hall, in Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk, has a documented connection to Victoria & Albert. Read the sourced facts on this page for the type of connection. Other associated screen titles include All the King's Men, The Duchess, The Souvenir.
Can you visit Holkham Hall?
Yes — Holkham Hall is open to the public. Hours: Hall open 10:00-16:00 on Mondays, Thursdays and Sundays until 29 Oct 2026; estate/park open more widely. Admission: Hall: adult £24, child (5-15) £2.50. Walled Garden adult £7/child £1; Holkham Stories adult £10/child £1.50; combined tickets available. Parking charges apply..
Who designed Holkham Hall?
Holkham Hall was designed by William Kent.
Where is Holkham Hall located?
Holkham Hall is located in Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk.