This article was written by National Geographic Traveler (UK).
Filmed in the capital for 20 years, four Bridget Jones films show both the evolving relationships of their honourable heroines and the changing face of London itself. Based on a book that turned into a satirical newspaper column by Helen Fielding, the series is a document of love for the city that British writers call home, and a meditative walk across the river Thames bridge, Restaurants and interventions by friendly cab drivers featuring long chats at noisy bars, cozy declarations. Here's how to follow Bridget's footsteps in London:
1. Scatter the hamstead
In his latest film, “Mad boy Bosy,” Bridget lives in the wealthy outskirts of North London in Hampstead. Flaskwalk, a cobblestone street lined with shops, pubs and cafes, was temporarily closed for filming. The important scenes were also filmed at Hampstead Heath. The green lungs of the city, this 800-acre city wilderness patch is made for exploration. It was also featured in a dream sequence from a previous film, offering enchanting views of the skyline.
2. Dining at the Autonomous Region Market
Bridget buys ingredients for a disastrous dinner party at Southwork's Borough Market. It is the best culinary destination in the city, gathering under hundreds of small producers and their distinctive green arches. The exterior shot shows a bridget flat on top of a traditional Pub the Grove. Its menu features Thai dishes like Bridget, sampled in Bangkok for 2004's The Edge of Reason, as well as blue-colored lamb-based cocktails in honor of the infamous soup. Thankfully, the taste is very good.
Borough Market, one of London's top food markets, is the location of Bridget's flats. Photo by Robertharding, Aramie
3. Drink at the granary square
In the 20 years since the first Bridget Jones films appeared, London's King's Cross has transformed from the infamous no-go zone to an atmospheric hangout. In its heart is Granary Square, a European-style square filled with 1,080 jet fountains and lined with restaurants and bars. Bridget and her trio of trusted friends bag a waterside table for drinks in a 2016 Bridget Jones baby, but try the Lapal Round Terrace of Lighterman. Panoramic view of the square.
4. I'll hang out at Greenwich Park
Greenwich is partially designed by the same architects as the Palace Gardens of Versailles, and is one of the city's most spectacular royal parks, reaching the boat from one of the jetties in central London. Spend an afternoon relaxing on the grassy slopes of Bridget Jones baby Bridget and her friend Shazza, impressive views of the old Baroque Royal Naval College, the River Thames and Canary Wharf skyscrapers You can see it.
Greenwich Park offers impressive views of central London and Canary Wharf. Photo by Carl Hendon from Getty Images
Stratford in East London saw a massive revival ahead of London's 2012 Olympic Games, including the construction of a stylish new swimming pool designed by Zaha Hadid. In the franchise's third film, the heroine joins an antenatal class here. Aquasplash, an inflatable obstacle course that you can get a glimpse in the background: Very fun and rich with the potential for Bridget-esque slapstick. Then take the time to explore Elizabeth Queen Olympic Park or jump on a tube to shouditch and cocktails at The Light Bar, a reused power plant featured in Rease of The Edge of The Edge of Reason. Dive into a short ride to the.
6. Shops in central London
The source of Bridget's legendary big knicker remains unknown, but she prepares for a flashy dinner with her boyfriend, Mark Darcy. In the first film, trousersless Bridget pursues Darcy Down Thread Needle Street in the city's financial district or “square miles.” She is catching up to buying a new diary at Royal Exchange, a royal shopping arcade originally built in 1571 and now lined up in luxury stores.
The Royal Exchange in central London now has high-end shops and restaurants. Photo by Alexander Spatari from Getty Images
7. Tour the Royal Court
This impressive Victorian structure, all of Gothic Revival's spires and fantastic turrets, stands proudly on the strands, houses both the High Court and the Court of Appeal. In Bridget Jones' diary in 2001, the building is available as part of a pre-booking tour to see Bridget's “human rights lawyer boyfriend” workplace (and spiritual home). Helen Fielding marks 250 years since the birth of this equally famous novelist, based on Mr. Darcy in pride and prejudice by Jane Austen.
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