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Bradford's Little Germany: A Filming Hotspot
3 Mar
Summary
- Historic streets transformed into filming locations for major shows.
- German wool merchants built the area in the 1800s.
- Bradford named a top UK city and designated City of Culture 2025.

Bradford's Little Germany district, nestled in the city's historic mercantile quarter, is now a recognizable backdrop for popular television productions. Its charming streets have served as filming locations for acclaimed series such as the BBC's 'Peaky Blinders' and Netflix's 'The Crown'.
This area, originally established by German wool merchants during the 1800s, features 55 listed buildings alongside many other historic sites. It has also been featured in 'All Creatures Great and Small'.
Beyond its cinematic appeal, Bradford itself has received accolades. Last year, Time Out ranked it fifth among the UK's best places to visit, highlighting its architecture and cultural scene. Furthermore, Bradford was selected as the UK's City of Culture for 2025.



