Here’s the latest on filming locations for Beyond Paradise (the UK-set spin-off of Death in Paradise), focusing on where it’s filmed in the UK.
Direct answer
- Beyond Paradise is primarily filmed in Cornwall and the South West of England, with Looe in Cornwall serving as the show’s main stand-in for the fictional Shipton Abbott, and additional scenes shot at locations such as Pentillie Castle, the Tamar Valley, and various Devon/Cornwall sites.
Details and context
- Main location: Looe, Cornwall, is widely cited as the principal filming town for the series, providing the seaside setting that doubles as Shipton Abbott. This aligns with multiple outlets noting Looe as the central filming hub.[1][5][9]
- Supporting Cornwall/Devon locations: Filming has taken place at Pentillie Castle and Estate near St Mellion, the Tamar Valley area, Calstock, Saltash, Fowey, and nearby Devon sites around Tavistock and Buckfastleigh, which helps create the broader fictional district in the West Country.[3][5][7][9][1]
- Additional venues: Reports and press materials over time have pointed to the use of local townscapes and landmarks (e.g., Guildhall in Looe repurposed as a police station) and nearby stately grounds to stand in for the series’ various settings.[4][1]
- Series context and timing: The third and fourth series have involved West Country filming, with updates indicating ongoing production in Cornwall and Devon areas into 2024–2025, and BBC coverage confirming the use of multiple West Country locations for new episodes.[2][5][4]
What this means for fans
- If you’re hoping to spot exact filming spots or plan a visit, focus on Looe and the surrounding Tamar Valley/Cornwall entries, with day trips to Pentillie Castle Estate and nearby watercourses where external scenes are shot. Local tourism sources often corroborate these sites, especially during active filming windows.[1][3]
Illustrative example
- A typical West Country filming itinerary for Beyond Paradise might include a day in Looe capturing the riverside and harbor aesthetic, followed by a visit to Pentillie Castle grounds or a nearby estate to see how interiors and exteriors are staged for the show’s atmosphere.
Citations
- Beyond Paradise filming locations in Cornwall and the South West, including Looe as a main site.[1]
- BBC and press reporting on additional Cornwall/Devon filming locations (Pentillie Castle, Tamar Valley, Tavistock, Saltash).[5][2][4]
- IMDb listing of filming locations in Looe, Tavistock, and surrounding areas.[5]
- Additional media coverage confirming West Country focus and specific spots like Bodmin and other local towns.[9][10]
If you’d like, I can pull together a compact map of the confirmed locations and a suggested 1-day self-guided tour route in Cornwall/Devon based on the latest reports.