The Doctor Who spin-off following a secret team investigating the alien and the strange was filmed in Cardiff, Wales, whose bay and streets became the show’s home.
Where was Torchwood filmed?
Torchwood was filmed in Cardiff, Wales.
Every Torchwood location, explained
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The Hub – Cardiff Bay
The team’s base used Roald Dahl Plass in Cardiff Bay.
2
The city – Cardiff
Many scenes used the streets of Cardiff, Wales.
3
The country house – Newport
Some scenes used Tredegar House near Newport.
4
Guarding against aliens
The team investigates alien threats from their Cardiff Hub.
Planning a visit
Cardiff and its bay – the show’s real home – are vibrant, accessible parts of Wales.
Torchwood Fun Facts
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Filmed in Cardiff The show used Cardiff Bay and the Welsh capital.
2
A Doctor Who spin-off It grew out of the revived Doctor Who.
3
An anagram ‘Torchwood’ is an anagram of ‘Doctor Who’.
4
Barrowman stars John Barrowman leads as Captain Jack Harkness.
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A darker tone The show was a more adult take on the Doctor Who world.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where was Torchwood filmed?
In Cardiff, Wales.
Is it set in Cardiff?
Yes – the team is based in Cardiff.
Can you visit the locations?
Yes – Cardiff Bay is accessible.
Is it linked to Doctor Who?
Yes – it’s a spin-off.
When did it start?
2006.
