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VisitBritain’s Destination PR team launches its first-ever guide to British film and TV locations, including story ideas inspired by upcoming film Paddington; PLUS a ‘boatique’ hotel set to launch in Edinburgh, feel like a Lord or Lady in one of Britain’s spectacular country manor houses and get gin-ready as Bombay Sapphire opens its new distillery in October

This month’s Britain Calling is packed with inspirational story ideas. As VisitBritain launches its first-ever guide to British film and television locations, we give you the lowdown on where to stay on a ‘film set’, the most unusual places to watch a movie, and dedicated sections on Harry Potter, Bond, Downton Abbey and Paddington the Movie – we highlight where you can follow in Paddington’s ‘pawsteps’ – and much more. Plus we look at new ‘boatique’ accommodation earmarked for Edinburgh, spectacular country estates to stay in and look forward to the opening of the new Bombay Sapphire distillery.

Lights, camera suitcase! VisitBritain’s guide to Film and TV for international media

According to research from the BFI and British Film Commission, one in ten foreign visitors comes to the UK as a result of seeing the country depicted in film. The VisitBritain Destination PR team has put together its first guide to British Film and TV for international media looking to go beyond the on-screen story to the real life one.

Download the new Film is GREAT guide here

Taking inspiration from British film, TV and the actors who star on screen, the guide contains free-to-use content and images relating to themes including:

- Iconic film and TV locations: where to follow in the footsteps of well-loved rom-coms, costume dramas, thrillers, fantasies and action adventures

- Dedicated sections on Harry Potter, Bond, Downton Abbey and Paddington the Movie

- British stars and where they’ve filmed, stayed and loved in Britain

- Where to stay on a ‘film set’ – sleep in the same bed as a famous actor!

- The most unusual places to watch a movie

- Film tours and dedicated tourism product for cinema fans – The best places to create your own movie, inspired by British stories and legends

… and MUCH more.

Follow in Paddington’s ‘pawsteps’ with the release of the new movie

One of the world’s best loved bears will be given the star treatment this year, when the new Paddington movie is released. Following the iconic children’s character’s adventures through London and Britain, the film is set to get kids – and adult fans – wanting to follow in the hero’s ‘pawsteps.’ Find out here how to get started…

Royal Yacht Britannia buys new vessel to transform into luxury ‘boatique’ hotel

The Royal Yacht Britannia has announced that it has acquired the iconic heritage vessel MV Windsor Castle. In a near £1 million investment, this classically designed ship is to be converted into a 25 bedroom luxury ‘boatique’ hotel. She will be berthed permanently, adjacent to Britannia in Edinburgh’s historic port of Leith. Find out more about this new accommodation option in Scotland here.

Country piles to visit…and even stay in!

From royal connections to noble connections! Britain boasts hundreds of stately homes and castles, once the exclusive privilege of royalty and landed gentry, which are now open to the public. These spectacular country pads were built in some of Britain’s most beautiful countryside and are framed by rolling hills, landscaped gardens and wild parklands. Wander the estates and get lost in the wilderness before relaxing in front of a log fire and falling asleep in a grand four-poster bed, just like a real Lord or Lady. Find more on this story in our Countryside is GREAT guide here.

Bombay Sapphire Gin Distillery at Laverstoke Mill, Hampshire, to open October 2014

The BOMBAY SAPPHIRE® gin distillery at Laverstoke Mill in Hampshire is opening its doors to the public for the very first time on 1 October 2014. A range of behind-the-scenes experiences will showcase the craftsmanship and creativity that are infused into every drop of Bombay Sapphire gin. Guests will discover what makes Bombay Sapphire such a distinctive gin on their own terms and in their own time as they explore the distillery with an interactive map, providing guidance on this journey of self-discovery. Find out more about the visitor experience here.

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