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Bridgerton Mansion Filming Ruffles Feathers
3 Oct
Summary
- Residents complain of late-night trucks and foul smells.
- Security guards allegedly used abusive language towards residents.
- The estate has a history of hosting film productions since the 1930s.
Residents near North Mymms Park, which served as a filming location for Bridgerton, are expressing significant anger over disturbances. They claim to have endured frequent convoys of heavy goods vehicles, even in the early hours of the morning. Additionally, residents have reported foul-smelling artificial smoke, perceived as a health and safety concern, and instances of abusive language from security personnel.
The Elizabethan estate, a 16th-century Grade 1 listed building, has a long history of being used for filming, dating back to the 1930s. It has hosted productions such as Wonka and The Crown, in addition to Bridgerton, where it depicted the Duke of Hastings' out-of-town residence. Despite this history, local residents state they are not adequately informed about filming schedules, unlike information provided for weddings held at the venue.
The complaints have intensified as North Mymms Park seeks retrospective planning permission for commercial filming. Local parish council has lodged objections, citing road safety worries and disturbances from noise and late-night crowds. The future of filming at the site rests with the Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council's decision on the planning application.
