A Dorset landmark was the setting of a recent episode of a popular Channel 4 reality show.
The latest episode of Made In Chelsea was filmed at Pennsylvania Castle on Portland, which was the venue of Jasmine ‘Jazz’ Saunders’s 24th birthday party.
The reality series follows the lives and loves of the socially elite 20-somethings who live in some of London's most exclusive postcodes.
This is not the first time that Made in Chelsea has been filmed at the Portland estate as cast members have previously visited the site in 2012.
Kiya Gould, Marketing and Sales Co-ordinator at Pennsylvania Castle Estate said: “We were pleased to welcome Made In Chelsea back this summer, and we are thrilled that so many talented filmmakers have chosen our Estate as a filming location.
“The Isle of Portland and Pennsylvania Castle offer a setting that combines natural beauty with historical significance, making it perfect for a wide range of stories and genres.”
During their stay, the cast spent time enjoying the outside space which is complete with beautiful views, making good use of the indoor pool and of course celebrating a birthday – with a bit of added drama along the way.
Pennsylvania Castle was built by John Penn, grandson of William Penn who founded the US state, in 1797.
He appointed architect James Wyatt, who had designed a number of churches and buildings around England and was well-known for his ‘neo gothic’ style.
The Penn was opened by Princess Elizabeth, daughter of King George III, in 1800 and has played its part in history during the Napoleonic Wars and preparations for D-Day.
In a testament to its cinematic appeal, acclaimed director Ben Wheatley selected Pennsylvania Castle Estate as the primary location for his feature film Happy New Year, Colin Burstead. Wheatley, known for his darkly humorous and genre-blending films, used the Estate’s architecture and sprawling grounds to create an intimate yet isolating atmosphere for his characters. The entire film was shot on location, with cast and crew all staying on the Estate for the duration of the filming.
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