Where Was “Broadchurch” Filmed? - Peerspace

What is the Jurassic Coast?

The so-called Jurassic Coast is an area of cliffs facing the English Channel on the south coast of England that stretches 96 miles from Dorset to Devon. As the cliffs erode, fossils from multiple eras come to light, including those from the Triassic, Jurassic, and Cretaceous periods. The coastal town of West Bay, Dorset includes a particularly stunning view from the harbor of the Jurassic Coast cliffs and has become a popular filming location.

If you’d like to know where was “Broadchurch” filmed, your best bet would be to visit West Bay and the surrounding areas. Additional filming took place in the villages of Broadoak and Whitchurch, both in West Dorset. The series creators filmed the High Street in Clevedon, North Somerset.

DI Hardy’s riverside cottage

Using this real West Bay riverside cottage as DI Hardy’s home really increased the popularity of the Jurassic Coast and southwest England. Viewers really liked the fact that Hardy’s house has its own boat mooring, as well as river and harbor views.

This Unique Art Deco Seaside House in Kent, UK, could easily stand in for DI Hardy’s cottage. It is described as “This stunning art-deco seaside house is a refurbished artist studio with amazing natural light. Bespoke carpentry and an open steel and larch staircase, this property gives any shoot a rustic and industrial touch. The 80 square foot sea facing roof terrace is perfect for sunrise and sunset imagery. There’s a table which seats 12 people and a large kitchen for use. The property is on the beachfront, so there are lovely walks in the local area.” 

Film locations in southwest England

This Large Cornish House overlooking Newquay Golf Course and Fistral Beach makes a perfect coastal location for filming in southwest England. Close to Dorset, the area could easily pass for the fictional Broadchurch.

The description makes it clear that the space is large with many rooms: “A large 7-bedroom house over 3 floors with a bar/lounge area and a patio which gets the sun all afternoon with amazing sunsets. Fantastic views from the front bedrooms which are split over 2 floors.” Cornwall is located just next to Dorset, so any investigation of where was “Broadchurch” filmed could easily take you through Cornwall as well.

More spacious is better when there’s a film shoot happening

This three-bedroom home is located minutes from the beach and is so spacious it would make an excellent venue in which to film interiors or family scenes. It is described as an “…elegant award-winning 3-bedroom property has been refurbished to give maximum comfort to its occupants. You have a whole 3-bedroom house for the price of a hotel room. Located in Stockton-on-Tees this modern self-catering property can accommodate 5 guests. Designed with groups for work or leisure in mind. Whether you’re in town for a get-together, wedding or for business, this home-from-home will make the perfect base for your trip and put a smile on everyone’s face in the process!” A larger venue is more convenient for filming since you can repurpose various rooms for makeup and wardrobe.