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Shere, Surrey Beckons Fans of The Holiday and Bridget Jones This Christmas

Seasonal guides point visitors to real village sites rather than the fictional cottage.

Overview

  • Shere in Surrey served as a backdrop for The Holiday and Bridget Jones: The Edge of Reason, drawing festive-season visitors.
  • The White Horse, a 15th-century Grade II-listed pub featured in The Holiday, is described by operator Chef & Brewer as built in 1475 with traditional beams and stone fireplaces.
  • 'Rosehill Cottage' from The Holiday was a purpose-built set, so there is no real cottage to visit.
  • St James' Church dates to the 12th century, is linked to the Domesday Book, and is believed to feature in Bridget Jones' vow-renewal scene.
  • Practical access includes Gomshall as the nearest rail station, about a five-minute drive or a 20-minute walk to Shere, with local bus services available.