{"id":86,"date":"2023-06-07T13:18:17","date_gmt":"2023-06-07T12:18:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jbch.cottage-search.com\/blog\/2021\/06\/18\/film-locations-in-north-cornwall\/"},"modified":"2024-07-16T10:08:57","modified_gmt":"2024-07-16T09:08:57","slug":"film-locations-in-north-cornwall","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.johnbraycornishholidays.co.uk\/blog\/film-locations-in-north-cornwall\/","title":{"rendered":"Where was Doc Martin filmed? Film Locations in North Cornwall"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><b>Looking to follow in the footsteps of Martin Clunes as he plays the grumpy Doc Martin? Or wondering where Doc Martin was filmed in Cornwall? Then you\u2019re in luck as we\u2019ve scoured the deepest depths of the internet so you don\u2019t have to.\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<p><strong>Read on to find out everything you need to know about where Doc Martin was filmed, as well as where you\u2019ll be able to relive some of those on-screen scenes and walk in the footsteps of Martin Clunes himself.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-484\" src=\"https:\/\/www.johnbraycornishholidays.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/18\/2020\/02\/Port-Isaac.jpg\" alt=\"Port Isaac.\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" \/><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><b>Jump to a specific section using the quick links below:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#plot\">Doc Martin Plot<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#set\">Where was Doc Martin set?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#film locations\">Where was Doc Martin filmed?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#stay\">Can you stay where Doc Martin was filmed?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#finish filming\">When did Doc Martin finish?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#people also ask\">FAQs<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 id=\"plot\">Doc Martin plot<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gracing our screens since 2004, Doc Martin follows the story of a brilliant but socially awkward surgeon who relocates to the fictional picturesque village of Portwenn in Cornwall. The show centres around Doc Martin\u2019s attempts to adjust to his new life as the local GP, while dealing with the eccentricities of the villagers.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Despite his medical expertise and excellence, Martin struggles to connect with people due to his blunt and tactless demeanor. This often leads to comedic misunderstandings and clashes with the community. As the series progresses, Doc Martin\u2019s dedication to his patients helps him gain their respect and he eventually forms deeper connections.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The series has helped to skyrocket tourism throughout North Cornwall, as fans love the amusing script. Afterall, who doesn\u2019t want to follow in the footsteps of celebrities and see the stunning scenery featured throughout the show? <\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 id=\"set\">Where was Doc Martin set?<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Doc Martin is set in the picturesque, yet fictional, Cornish village of Portwenn. Whilst the name doesn\u2019t actually exist, the town itself does and is named Port Isaac. While many may think that Portwenn was conjured out of thin air, it isn\u2019t. Portwenn was actually the former name for the nearby cove of Port Quin.<\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 id=\"film locations\">Where was Doc Martin filmed?<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-479\" src=\"https:\/\/www.johnbraycornishholidays.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/18\/2020\/02\/Filming-outside-Doc-Martins-Surgery.jpg\" alt=\"Filming outside Doc Martin's Surgery.\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Doc Martin was filmed in several different locations across Cornwall. Most notable though is Port Isaac where a lot of the scenes were filmed. Here\u2019s a full breakdown of the film locations used in Doc Martin:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Port Isaac, Port Gaverne, and Roscarrock &#8211; provided locations for many exterior shots<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fern Cottage (Doc Martin\u2019s home and Surgery) can be found just past the harbour in Port Isaac along the coastal path towards Port Quin<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Louisa\u2019s house can be found on Fore Street in Port Isaac<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Liberal Club in the series was actually the Port Isaac village shop and The Golden Lion Pub (the cast and crew often stopped for a pint both on and off screen)\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mrs Tishell\u2019s Chemist shop is in fact a private residence in Middle Street called \u2018Little Dophins\u2019<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Aunty Joan\u2019s Farm is actually Dinnabroad Farm, located in St Teath, a small village 5 miles outside of Port Isaac<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Doydens Castle was used in the scene where Mrs Tishell professed her unrequited love for the Doc<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Doc Martins&#8217;s jilted wedding, and eventual marriage to Lousia, was filmed in St Nonna\u2019s Church in Altarun<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Several of the interior shots were filmed at Roscarrock Manor Farm on the outskirts of Port Isaac<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In series 3, 4, and 5, the school scenes were filmed at Delabole Primary School, located roughly 6 miles from Port Isaac<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All hospital scenes throughout the series were filmed at the Royal Cornwall Hospital, Truro<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Doc Martin\u2019s first date with Louisa took place at Pencarrow House, Bodmin<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Aunty Joan\u2019s funeral took place at St Winwaloe in Gunwalloe Church Cove<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Doc\u2019 and Lousias baby was born at The Old Inn in St Breward<\/span><\/li>\n<li>Bodmin Parkway Station was where the train station scenes were filmed<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 id=\"stay\">Can you stay where Doc Martin was filmed?<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-478\" src=\"https:\/\/www.johnbraycornishholidays.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/18\/2020\/02\/Fern-Cottage-Doc-Martins-Surgery.jpg\" alt=\"Fern Cottage Doc Martin's Surgery.\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes. Port Isaac is a beautiful place to stay whether you\u2019re looking to follow in the footsteps of Doc Martin, or simply just relax in some beautiful Cornish scenery.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A holiday to Port Isaac will find you enjoying scenic strolls along the coast path to secluded coves, tucking into locally sourced seafood and relaxing to the sounds of the coast by the harbour, plus many more <a href=\"https:\/\/www.johnbraycornishholidays.co.uk\/blog\/top-attractions-port-isaac\/\">fascinating attractions<\/a> on offer.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The town is unbelievably romantic and there are plenty of picturesque properties throughout the village where you can stay. At <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.johnbraycornishholidays.co.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">John Bray Cornish Holidays<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, we have an exclusive collection of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.johnbraycornishholidays.co.uk\/port-isaac-holiday-cottages.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Port Isaac holiday cottages<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for you to choose from.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.johnbraycornishholidays.co.uk\/port-isaac-holiday-cottages.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><button style=\"padding: 10px; border-radius: 500px; background-color: #5b9d91; color: #ffffff;\">Book a holiday to Port Isaac<\/button><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><b>Folly 2, a self-catering cottage featured in Doc Martin<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Treat yourself to a stay in Folly 2. This gorgeous three-storey semi-detached holiday home offers magnificent views overlooking Port Isaac Harbour. This lovely property has been featured from the outside in Doc Martin, and has even been featured in the much-loved film Fisherman&#8217;s Friends.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Just 10 minutes by car from Wadebridge and Camelford, it\u2019s in the prime location to explore <\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cornwall. Sleeping 8 guests in 4 bedrooms, the property offers comfortable accommodation for an extended family holiday in Cornwall.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.johnbraycornishholidays.co.uk\/cottage\/Cornwall-Port-Isaac\/Folly-2-1080306.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><button style=\"padding: 10px; border-radius: 500px; background-color: #5b9d91; color: #ffffff;\">Book your stay at Folly 2<\/button><\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 id=\"finish filming\">When did Doc Martin finish?<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After 10 incredible seasons of Doc Martin, the medical comedy aired its final episode on 25th December 2022. There were 79 episodes across the 10 series and graced our screens on ITV between 2004 and 2022. Each episode was under 50 minutes long with the only exception being the 92-minute-long TV film in 2006 as well as the final Christmas Special.<\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 id=\"people also ask\">People Also Ask:<\/h2>\n<details style=\"margin-bottom: 10px;\" open=\"open\">\n<summary class=\"faq-question\" style=\"padding: 20px; background-color: #f2f2f2; cursor: pointer;\"><strong>Who owns Doc Martin\u2019s house in Port Isaac?<\/strong><\/summary>\n<p style=\"padding: 20px; border: 1px solid #f2f2f2;\">It is not known who owns the house Doc Martin lived in during the TV series as it was put up for sale in 2022 and was sold shortly after. Fern Cottage is a grade II listed cottage that comprises of 2 bedrooms, a family bathroom, a modern galley kitchen, separate dining and living room, and every room benefits from gorgeous sea and harbour views.<\/p>\n<details style=\"margin-bottom: 10px;\" open=\"open\">\n<summary class=\"faq-question\" style=\"padding: 20px; background-color: #f2f2f2; cursor: pointer;\"><strong>Are there any other film locations in Cornwall?<\/strong><\/summary>\n<p style=\"padding: 20px; border: 1px solid #f2f2f2;\">Yes, there is! Here are seven popular TV shows and movies filmed in Cornwall:<br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1. Saving Grace (Port Isaac)<br \/>\n<\/span>2. <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Jamaica Inn (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.johnbraycornishholidays.co.uk\/polzeath-holiday-cottages.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Polzeath<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<br \/>\n3. Poldark (Various locations)<br \/>\n4. Fisherman\u2019s Friend (Port Isaac)<br \/>\n5. The Three Musketeers (Polzeath)<br \/>\n6. The Trouble With Maggie Cole (Launceston Castle)<br \/>\n7. James Bond: Die Another Day (Holywell Bay)<\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Book a holiday to one North Cornwall&#8217;s top filming locations<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At John Bray Cornish Holidays, we have an exclusive collection of holiday cottages in some of the most popular film locations in Cornwall.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.johnbraycornishholidays.co.uk\/romantic-holiday-cottages-cornwall.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">romantic cottages<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.johnbraycornishholidays.co.uk\/family-friendly-holiday-cottages-cornwall.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">family-friendly holiday homes<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, in the popular locations of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.johnbraycornishholidays.co.uk\/port-isaac-holiday-cottages.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Port Isaac<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.johnbraycornishholidays.co.uk\/polzeath-holiday-cottages.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Polzeath<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and more, we have a range of properties to suit your holiday requirements.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.johnbraycornishholidays.co.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><button style=\"padding: 10px; border-radius: 500px; background-color: #5b9d91; color: #ffffff;\">Book a holiday cottage in North Cornwall today!<\/button><\/a><\/p>\n<\/details>\n<\/details>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Looking to follow in the footsteps of Martin Clunes as he plays the grumpy Doc Martin? 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