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View towards the doorway in a historic room with a white and gold moulded ceilng, green silk walls and seventeenth century portraits hung on the walls
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The Heraldry and Symbolism of the Great Chamber

More than just a decorative backdrop, the Great Chamber reveals a fascinating story of political allegiances. The Great Chamber...

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The Charterhouse on Screen
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19th September 2017

The Charterhouse on Screen

Did you know several prominent films and TV programmes have been shot at the Charterhouse in recent years, including Downton Abbey, Mr Selfridge, Poirot and Taboo? Can you spot your favourite show below?...

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Tulip Fever
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20th June 2016

Tulip Fever

You can now watch the official trailer for ‘Tulip Fever’, filmed at the Charterhouse.  The production features an all-star cast including Dame Judi Dench, Alicia Vikander and Christoph Waltz....

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Tulip Fever
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15th April 2016

Films & TV Programmes

The following link lists films and TV programmes containing scenes shot here at the Charterhouse, including Downton Abbey, Mr Selfridge, Poirot and How to Lose Friends & Alienate People. Click here...

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The Gentlemen of Charterhouse (1997)
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3rd November 2015

The Gentlemen of Charterhouse (1997)

This documentary follows a typical day in the lives of the Brothers of the Charterhouse, including Gordon Honey, who is now our senior Brother. It was broadcast in 1997 on BBC 1 and was directed by Sharon...

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