If there’s a cult romance-drama that audiences and filmmakers can’t get enough of, it’s Wuthering Heights. After nearly 35 iterations spanning films, TV adaptations, and mini-series, Saltburn-director Emerald Fennel is all set to deliver a 2026 rendition of Wuthering Heights, starring Margot Robbie as Catharine and Jacob Elordi as Heathcliff. A Gothic romance of this scale, where tragedy, obsession, and class divide underscore the entire narrative, is nothing without its multi-layered backdrops. The heathered moors, mining remnants, and dense landscapes of England’s Yorkshire match perfectly, like a second skin to this multigenerational story of love and revenge.
In this article, dive into Yorkshire landscapes, England-based studios, and quaint country villages that shape the film.
Wuthering Heights (2026): Cast, plot, trailer
Set to release in theatres on February 13, 2026, Wuthering Heights features Margot Robbie, Jacob Elordi, Hong Chau, Shazad Latif, Alison Oliver, Martin Clunes, and Ewan Mitchell in pivotal roles. The plot follows Emily Brontë’s time-honoured novel Wuthering Heights – the destructive tale of childhood lovers Catharine and Heathcliff. Class-divide draws a wedge between Heathcliff (a homeless foundling) and a congenial Catharine, who goes on to marry the wealthy Edgar Linton, planting the seeds of obsession and vengeance. Years later, Heathcliff returns to Wuthering Heights as an influential landowner and marries Isabella Linton, Edgar’s sister, to gain a foothold in the Linton family and seek revenge from class, fate, and those who degraded him growing up.
While the book goes on to explore the multigenerational aspect of their story, where their respective children decide to pursue one another, it is not ascertained whether the movie will touch upon this aspect.
Sites where Wuthering Heights (2026) was filmed
From the Yorkshire Dales National Park, where most of the outdoor sequences were filmed, to Sky Studios Elstree in Hertfordshire, which witnessed diverse filmography, here are all the filming locations that feature in Wuthering Heights (2026).
Old Gang Lead Mines, Swaledale, Yorkshire Dales National Park: Where the moody scenes were shot in Wuthering Heights
Among the most striking Wuthering Heights (2026) filming locations, this 19th-century lead mining site, located near Gunnerside, mirrors the film’s moody, whimsical narrative. Once an industrial hub for lead mining, this historic site is presently open to tourists. While the smelt mills, chimneys, and workers’ huts are in ruins today, it’s not hard to imagine the scale and scope of industrial work that was undertaken here. The Old Gang Lead Mines can be explored as part of the walking trail at the Yorkshire Dales National Park or directly via the open countryside.
Bouldershaw Lane, Swaledale, Yorkshire Dales National Park: A key shooting site of Wuthering Heights
Less than 2 km from Old Gang Mine, Bouldershaw Lane in the upper region of Swaledale is the location where Margot Robbie’s iconic white wedding gown sequence — where she’s carrying a bouquet through the fields as the gust moves her veil — was filmed. This site is known for its mystical, windswept charm, characterised by barns and stone walls.
Booze Moor, Arkengarthdale, Yorkshire Dales National Park
Booze Moor is a part of the upland area in Arkengarthdale, the northernmost dale in the national park. Perched above the quaint hamlet of Booze, this destination is synonymous with steep and rugged scenery.
The striking moors towering above Booze and Arkengarthdale feature in Wuthering Heights (2026), mirroring the contrasts that entangle the star-crossed lovers.
Melbecks Moor, Swaledale, Yorkshire Dales National Park
The windy, dramatic high grounds of Melbecks Moor, located north of the River Swale, were likely used to film intense scenes and romantic encounters between Catharine and Heathcliff. Here, the rugged trekking trails are defined by remnants of 19th-century mining activities and bleak, exposed scenery.
Village of Low Row, Yorkshire Dales National Park
A hop, skip, and jump from the Swaledale countryside, the village of Low Row also features in Wuthering Heights (2026) – particularly for scenes depicting deeper, contemplative moments. Featuring storybook cottages built in stone, The Punch Bowl Inn – a 17th-century inn perfect for hearty meals and cosy stays, and nearby campsites, it’s a must-visit for tourists exploring the national park.
Sky Studios Elstree, Hertfordshire
Located in Borehamwood, Hertfordshire, the state-of-the-art Sky Studios Elstree extended a controlled environment where production could curate resplendent sets with immersive visual effects and bring the Jacob Elordi and Margot Robbie starrer Wuthering Heights to life. The studios boast 12 high-spec soundstages, premium amenities, and creative workshops.
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