The films that made Leeds and Yorkshire big news on the big screen
yorkshire’s stunning scenery and imposing cities have played starring roles in some of the UK’s best-loved films.
Here are 12 of the most memorable movies that have their very own cinematic claim for fame for Leeds and the rest of the county.
The Damned United - Leeds.
The Railway Children – The Keighley & Worth Valley Railway.
The Full Monty – Sheffield.
Calendar Girls – Kettlewell, Yorkshire Dales.
This Sporting Life – Wakefield.
Billy Liar – Bradford.
Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone – Goathland Station, North York Moors.
Little Voice – Scarborough.
Chariots of Fire – Harrogate.
Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves – Aysgarth Falls, Yorkshire Dales.
Tyrannosaur – Leeds.
Brassed Off – Barnsley, Rotherham, Doncaster and Halifax.