Film & Television Locations | Landscape Behind the Lens
Cornwall’s dramatic coastline, historic villages and post-industrial landscapes have long drawn filmmakers and storytellers.
Series such as Poldark, Doc Martin and the adaptations of Rosamunde Pilcher’s novels have introduced millions to the beauty and character of this ocean-bound peninsula.
But beyond the camera angles lies a deeper story.
Beyond the Screen
This tour explores the locations that have captured audiences — while placing them in their wider historical and cultural context.
Clifftop engine houses rising above the Atlantic.
Fishing harbours framed by slate cottages.
Wide beaches, hidden coves and windswept headlands.
These are not film sets. They are living landscapes.
Characterful Villages & Creative Communities
Wander the narrow lanes of Port Isaac, known to many as the home of Doc Martin.
Explore the artist’s light and coastal energy of St Ives.
Visit historic mining landscapes that provided the backdrop for Poldark, where ruined engine houses stand against open sea and sky.
Along the way, you’ll gain insight into Cornwall’s maritime heritage, industrial past and enduring creative culture.
Designed Around Your Interests
Some guests wish to focus on specific productions.
Others prefer a broader exploration of Cornwall’s most cinematic landscapes.
Your itinerary is shaped accordingly — balancing recognisable locations with quieter viewpoints and lesser-known settings.
Time can be allowed for photography, gentle walks, harbour cafés or simply standing back to take in the view.
A Landscape That Needs No Script
The appeal of Cornwall on screen lies in its authenticity.
Weathered stone.
Working harbours.
Granite cliffs against shifting light.
Experiencing these places in person offers something no production can fully capture — scale, atmosphere and the ever-changing presence of sea and sky.
Design Your Experience
A thoughtfully curated exploration of Cornwall’s most iconic filming locations — and the landscapes that inspired them.
Zoe customized the tour to our wishes in a very precise manner, showing us many relevant locations to my mother’s upbringing. Zoe was very knowledgeable of the region and could share historical relevance. It is very tricky finding your way around Cornwall, I highly recommend the use of a guide like Zoe.
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