10 Bridget Jones London Filming Locations That You Can Visit
With the release of Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy on Valentine’s Day, fans are buzzing with excitement for the fourth film of the series. Whether you need something to hold you over into the movie’s release or you want to try and experience the love stories yourself, we have compiled a list of 10 London filming locations that you can visit.
Bridget’s Flat – 8 Bedale Street, Borough
The perfect spot to begin your tour must be Bridget’s iconic flat. Located in the heart of London, the space is now Khao Bird, a new Thai restaurant. In honour of Bridget Jones’s famous blue soup, the restaurant is creating a blue frozen cocktail for Valentine’s Day. Enjoy a slushy and Thai barbecue at Jones’s flat followed by a drink downstairs at The Globe Tavern.
Borough Market
Near Jones’s flat, the bustling market has been featured in all three films. It’s London’s go-to spot for foodies and the site of many famous Bridget scenes including when pregnant Jones drags a Christmas tree home.
The Royal Courts of Justice
Seen in Bridget Jones: The Edge of Reason, Jones interviews a Kurdish revolutionary leader outside of the Royal Courts of Justice in Westminster. One of Jones’s love interests and top London human rights lawyer Mark Darcy grants Jones the exclusive interview with his defendant who is facing extradition.
Tower Bridge
Tower Bridge is not only one of London’s most iconic landmarks, but it also plays a symbolic role throughout the Bridget Jones series. Jones is often seen walking across Tower Bridge, deep in thought about her love life and career.
The Institute of Contemporary Arts (ICA)
The ICA is home to Jones’s awkward speech at a book launch event. In classic Bridget style, she mispronounces names and makes inappropriate jokes. Relive the hilarious moment and enjoy the contemporary pieces.
St. Pancras International Station
St. Pancras is not shy towards romantic comedies. Jones first encountered the station in Bridget Jones Diary when she had an emotional reunion with Darcy. The station is featured again in Bridget Jones’s Baby where she meets her friend at the train station.
Hyde Park
The historic urban park hosts both Jones’s comedic and romantic moments. Jones can be seen jogging through the park, humorously reflecting on her fitness struggles. The park also sets the stage for the chaotic fountain fight between Mark Darcy and Daniel Cleaver.
Piccadilly Circus
Piccadilly Circus is prominently featured in the Bridget Jones films. Messages from Jones’s diary appear on its flashing billboards. Some would even say that the vibrant energy of the area mirrors her own busy, sometimes overwhelming life.
University College Hospital, Bloomsbury
When Bridget goes into labour, Mark Darcy and Jack Qwant carry her to University College Hospital. Darcy and Qwant attempt to remain calm while teasing each other and offering Bridget whatever support they can.
The Royal Exchange
At the end of the first movie, Darcy buys Jones a new diary outside of the Royal Exchange. The two then share a magical kiss in the snow, romantically ending the first film but igniting a whirlwind of romance.
