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Happy Valley and Gentleman Jack creator Sally Wainwright is back with a new show on Disney Plus – and it certainly marks a different direction for the writer.

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Renegade Nell, which blends fairies, magical monsters and Georgian England, follows Nell Jackson (who is played by Derry Girls' Louisa Harland), a young 18th-century woman who finds herself in a spot of bother when she's framed for a murder she didn't commit.

Forced on the run and into a life of crime, Nell accidentally becomes the most feared highwaywoman in the land, and also finds herself involved in preventing a deadly plot against the queen.

It's a swashbuckling adventure that takes audiences through miles of English countryside, as well as plenty of grand stately homes.

Wondering where exactly Renegade Nell was filmed? Read on for everything you need to know.

Where was Renegade Nell filmed and can you visit the locations?

Hampton Court Palace, Molesey

Hampton Court Palace with people gathered by the entrance
Hampton Court Palace. Matt Kent/WireImage

Scenes set on Chop House Street in Renegade Nell were shot at Hampton Court Palace, Molesey, which has previously featured in period dramas such as Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story, Bridgerton, The Favourite, Belgravia and The Great.

You can explore the castle grounds which date back over 300 years. You can book tickets on the website.

Bourne Wood, Farnham

Louisa Harland as Nell in The Ballad Of Renegade Nell standing holding a gun in front of a carriage
Louisa Harland as Nell in The Ballad Of Renegade Nell. Robert Viglasky/Disney+

Robbery scenes set around Tottenham were shot in the popular woodland near Farnham.

The countryside has previously been the backdrop to many TV series and films, including Ridley Scott's film Napoleon, Gladiator, Harry Potter, Warhorse, Thor, Wonder Woman and Transformers 3, as well as Netflix's The Crown and The Witcher.

Bourne Wood offers 24-hour access, 365 days a year, free of charge. The woods are located just south of Farnham in Surrey.

Bodleian Courtyard, Oxford

The Sheldonian Theatre, Clarendon Building and Bodleian Library in Oxford
The Sheldonian Theatre, Clarendon Building and Bodleian Library in Oxford. Planet One Images/UCG/Universal Images Group via Getty Images

Renegade Nell's courthouse scenes were shot in Oxford University's Bodleian Library.

Guided tours of the interior of the library are £10 per person, but you can visit the exterior free of charge.

Rousham House & Gardens, Bicester

Louisa Harland as Nell Jackson and Tim Hudson as Colonel Lord Standring in Renegade Nell sitting together in formal period attire
Louisa Harland as Nell Jackson and Tim Hudson as Colonel Lord Standring in Renegade Nell. Robert Viglasky/ Disney

In one episode, Nell attempts to mingle with high society - though with disastrous consequences, we might add. These scenes were shot at Rousham House & Gardens.

This country house is open to visitors between 10am and 4:30pm. Tickets for the garden are £10 per person and can be purchased on arrival.

Old Royal Naval College, Greenwich

Old Royal Naval College with two people walking through the courtyard
Old Royal Naval College. Carl Court/Getty Images

Queen Anne’s parliament scenes were shot at Old Royal Naval College, Greenwich.

The riverside estate is open to visitors. General admission tickets are £15, and kids go free. There is also the option to convert to an annual pass at no extra cost.

Renegade Nell arrived on Disney Plus on Friday 29th March. Sign up to Disney Plus for £7.99 a month or £79.90 for a year.

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Molly MossTrends Writer

Molly Moss is a Trends Writer for Radio Times, covering the latest trends across TV, film and more. She has an MA in Newspaper Journalism and has previously written for publications including The Guardian, The Times and The Sun Online.

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