Step Into Austen’s World With A Pride And Prejudice Trail Across The UK

BBC’s Pride and Prejudice has turned 30 this year, and Jane Austen’s 250th birth anniversary gives fans another reason to revisit the world she created. If the series has ever pulled you in with its quiet countryside, stately homes or the easy charm of Elizabeth Bennet and Mr Darcy, several trails take you through the real places that shaped it. Many Indian travellers head to London or Edinburgh during Christmas and New Year, and these locations sit within easy reach of major cities. They offer a peaceful break from crowded winter markets and give you a chance to step into scenes you already know by heart.

1. Lacock Village, Wiltshire Start in the Southwest of England, about two hours from London. Lacock is a small village that appeared throughout

the BBC series as Meryton. The streets still look much the same as they did on screen with stone houses and quiet lanes. It feels calm and lived in rather than staged. The village gets a warm glow during Christmas with simple decorations and local bakeries running full ovens. Lacock Abbey sits nearby and is worth a slow walk. Indian travellers who enjoy photography or history will find plenty to pause for here. There are tearooms for a relaxed afternoon and small shops that sell local crafts if you want to take home something handmade.

2. Luckington Court, Wiltshire
A short drive from Lacock brings you to Luckington Court which played the Bennet family home in the show currently streaming on BBC Player in India. The house is private, but the surrounding countryside is open and easy to explore. The walking paths are gentle and you can picture the Bennet sisters chatting their way through similar fields. Indian travellers staying in Bath or Bristol often include this stop in a day trip. Chippenham, the closest town, has pubs and cafés where you can end the day with a warm meal.

3. Chatsworth House, Derbyshire
Next destination will take you to north into the East Midlands where Chatsworth House stands in the heart of Derbyshire. Many viewers believe this was Austen’s inspiration for Pemberley and it appears in the BBC series as Darcy’s grand estate. Chatsworth takes Christmas seriously with festive rooms, trees and winter menus. The house is large so you can take your time and wander without feeling rushed. The nearby farm shop and café are good places to pick up a simple lunch. The Peak District surrounds the estate and offers open views if you want to stretch your legs after the tour. For Indian travellers visiting Manchester or Sheffield this stop fits easily into a half day.

4. Lyme Park, Cheshire
From Derbyshire it’s an easy journey to Cheshire where Lyme Park sits at the edge of the moorlands. This is where the famous lake scene featuring Mr Darcy’s impromptu dip in his private lake was filmed. In winter the grounds are quiet which makes it a nice break if you’ve been moving through busy cities. There is a small café on site, or you can head into the nearby village of Disley. Travellers staying in Manchester can plan to visit both Lyme Park and Chatsworth in the same weekend.

5. Sudbury Hall, Derbyshire
Sudbury Hall is another stop in the region and provided many of Pemberley’s interior scenes. The staircase hall and long gallery are the main attractions. The National Trust manages the property and often sets up simple winter displays. Right next door is the Museum of Childhood which is a fun and nostalgic break. Ashbourne is close by and has cosy places to eat and walk around.

6. Ramsgate, Kent
If you are based in London and don’t want to travel far, Ramsgate offers a coastal change of scene in the southeast of England. It appears briefly in the story, but the harbour and open sea match the mood of the episodes that mention it. It is easy to reach by train. You can spend a few hours walking the marina and trying fresh fish and chips. Broadstairs is nearby if you want to explore more of the Kent coast.

These places are spread across England but they’re simple to reach by train and car. If you are a Jane Austen fan or just travelling from India for the holidays you can start in London and make a loop through Wiltshire, Derbyshire and Cheshire before heading to Scotland, joining the trails of BBC’s Pride and Prejudice, celebrating 30 years of the iconic series.
Pride and Prejudice is streaming on BBC Player in India on Tata Play Binge and Prime Video India.