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Queen Camilla's Castle: The Hidden Gem of 'Heated Rivalry' Filming
25 Feb
Summary
- Dundurn Castle, linked to Queen Camilla's family, served as a filming location.
- The castle, a 40-room Italianate villa, was built in 1835.
- Hamilton sees renewed interest due to the global success of 'Heated Rivalry'.
The popular Crave Media series 'Heated Rivalry' has brought attention to its filming locations, notably Dundurn Castle, which stands in for a Russian estate in episode two. This historic 40-room Italianate villa, built in 1835, has a fascinating connection to Queen Camilla, as it was once home to Sir Allan Napier MacNab, her great-great-great-grandfather.
Dundurn Castle is situated on the outskirts of Hamilton, Ontario, on Burlington Heights. The site also includes The Hamilton Military Museum. Queen Camilla, then Duchess of Cornwall, visited the castle with Prince Charles in 2009 during a tour of Canada. In 2023, she expressed her fondness for the castle in a letter to a local Hamilton resident.
The global success of 'Heated Rivalry,' which tells the story of two rival hockey players, has boosted interest in Hamilton. Local establishments like Mansion nightclub and Le Tambour Tavern are hosting themed nights and cocktails inspired by the series. Relay Coffee Roasters and Ciao Bella have also capitalized on the show's popularity, offering themed drinks and a memorable dining experience.
