WHAT makes a great English village? Stone cottages, dramatic landscapes and trustworthy locals? Castle Combe in Wiltshire ticks all those boxes, which is why it has been used as a backdrop for ...

the village has gained fame as a filming location for blockbuster movies, including Doctor Dolittle, War Horse, and Stardust, which features Michelle Pfeiffer. Castle Combe is a recognised ...

“It’s no wonder Castle Combe has caught the eye of film location scouts.” Finishing just a few spots lower was Lacock, just south of Chippenham, which is mostly owned by the National Trust. The list ...