The gentle, joyful teen romance about two schoolboys falling in love was filmed in England – around the London area and the seaside of Kent – with a trip to Paris in its second season.
Where was Heartstopper filmed?
Heartstopper was filmed in and around London and in Kent, England, with scenes in Paris.
Every Heartstopper location, explained
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The schools – the London area
Truham and Higgs schools used locations around London and Surrey.
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The seaside – Herne Bay
The seaside scenes used Herne Bay in Kent.
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London – the city
City scenes used London, including the Guildhall.
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Paris – the second season
The school trip in season two used Paris, France.
Planning a visit
London and the Kent seaside – the show’s real settings – are accessible parts of England.
Heartstopper Fun Facts
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Filmed in England The show used the London area and the Kent seaside.
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Based on a webcomic It adapts Alice Oseman’s Heartstopper comics.
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A Paris trip The second season features a school trip to Paris.
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A gentle romance The show is celebrated for its warmth and tenderness.
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A Netflix hit It became a much-loved coming-of-age series.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where was Heartstopper filmed?
In and around London and in Kent, England, with scenes in Paris.
Is it set in England?
Yes – at British schools.
Can you visit the locations?
Yes – London and the Kent seaside are accessible.
Is it based on a comic?
Yes – Alice Oseman’s webcomic.
When did it start?
2022.
