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Doctor Who Filming Locations

2005 TV Show

Continuing on from Doctor Who (1963), this revival follows the further adventures of the Doctor and their companions as they encounter various alien threats and save civilizations on different planets and time periods.

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Kingsway, Castle Quarter, Castle, Cardiff, Cymru / Wales, CF10 3FG, United Kingdom
📍 Cardiff filming locations
Westgate Street, Castle Quarter, Castle, Cardiff, Cymru / Wales, CF10 1DN, United Kingdom
📍 Cardiff filming locations
6, Station Approach, Penarth Marina, Penarth, Vale of Glamorgan, Cymru / Wales, CF64 3EE, United Kingdom
📍 Cardiff filming locations

The revived, hugely popular Doctor Who is made in Wales – filming across Cardiff and the surrounding country, whose streets, houses and studios have played every corner of time and space since 2005.

Where was Doctor Who (2005) filmed?

The revived Doctor Who is filmed in and around Cardiff, Wales – the city centre, Newport and the BBC Wales studios.

Every Doctor Who location, explained

1

Cardiff – the home base

The series is made in Cardiff, Wales, using its streets and the Roath Lock studios.

2

Newport and the valleys

Scenes use Newport, including Tredegar House, and the Welsh valleys.

3

The city as alien worlds

Cardiff and South Wales have doubled for planets, past and future across the galaxy.

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The wider UK

Some stories venture to London and locations across Britain.

Planning a visit

Cardiff, Wales – the home of modern Doctor Who – is a vibrant, accessible city, with a dedicated Doctor Who Experience heritage among its attractions.

Doctor Who (2005) Fun Facts

1
Made in Cardiff The revived series is filmed in and around Cardiff, Wales.
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Wales plays the galaxy South Wales has doubled for countless planets and eras.
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A 2005 revival The series returned in 2005 after a long absence.
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The TARDIS The Doctor’s time machine is disguised as a police box.
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Many Doctors The lead role passes between actors as the Doctor regenerates.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Doctor Who (2005) filmed?
In and around Cardiff, Wales – the city centre, Newport and the BBC Wales studios.
Why Cardiff?
The revived series is produced by BBC Wales and based in Cardiff.
Can you visit the locations?
Yes – Cardiff and South Wales are accessible.
When did it return?
2005.
What is the Doctor's ship?
The TARDIS, disguised as a police box.