The much-loved British sitcom about the relentlessly snobbish Hyacinth Bucket – who insists it’s pronounced ‘Bouquet’ – was filmed in the English Midlands, around Coventry and Northampton.
Where was Keeping Up Appearances filmed?
Keeping Up Appearances was filmed in the English Midlands – around Coventry and Northampton.
Every Keeping Up Appearances location, explained
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Hyacinth’s house – Coventry
Hyacinth’s immaculate home used a house in Coventry, West Midlands.
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Daisy and Onslow’s house – Coventry
The scruffier relatives’ home also used Coventry.
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The town – Northampton
Shopping and town scenes used Northampton.
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Middle England
The show is steeped in the suburbs of Middle England.
Planning a visit
Coventry and Northampton in the English Midlands – the show’s real settings – are accessible towns.
Keeping Up Appearances Fun Facts
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Filmed in the Midlands The sitcom used Coventry and Northampton.
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'It's Bouquet' Hyacinth insists her name Bucket is pronounced ‘Bouquet’.
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A social climber The comedy skewers Hyacinth’s relentless snobbery.
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A global favourite The show became hugely popular around the world.
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Routledge stars Patricia Routledge plays the unforgettable Hyacinth.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where was Keeping Up Appearances filmed?
In the English Midlands – around Coventry and Northampton.
Is it set in the Midlands?
It’s set in an unnamed English suburb, filmed in the Midlands.
Can you visit the locations?
Yes – Coventry and Northampton are accessible.
Who stars in it?
Patricia Routledge as Hyacinth Bucket.
When did it start?
1990.
