With The Traitors dominating our screens, South Western Railway has unveiled a list of the top Traitors-esque castles you can visit without travelling hundreds of miles. Season three of The Traitors launched on New Year’s Day with 5.4 million viewers.
The show’s influence has spilled beyond the screen provoking 105,000 searches for “Traitors Castle”.But for most fans, Ardross Castle where the hit TV show is filmed is too far to visit – located in the Scottish Highlands.
But there are castles you can get to that are likely to be much closer to home.Lyndsey Robson-Malone, Service Delivery Director at South Western Railway, said:“We are delighted to help our passengers step into their very own ‘Traitors’ adventure – whether they see themselves as a traitor or a faithful.”
Windsor Castle
Windsor’s royal history offers intrigue, luxury, and a touch of scandal. As an official royal residence, the castle has seen centuries of political scheming and power plays – all of which create a thrilling atmosphere.
Easily accessible, it’s a great choice for a Traitors-themed day trip. The castle’s staterooms, filled with treasures like Holbein paintings and Queen Mary’s dolls’ house, provide a grand and opulent setting to immerse fans in a world of strategy and deception.
Highclere Castle
Highclere Castle is extremely recognisable for TV fans, combining recognition and drama. Be st known as the primary filming location for Downton Abbey, the estate’s vast grounds feature gardens, hidden pathways, and mysterious woodlands.
The nearest South Western Railway station to Highclere is Whitchurch.
Portchester Castle
Portchester Castle is steeped in history and scandal. The medieval fortress, once used to house enemy prisoners, is the perfect backdrop for those looking to dive into the show.
Overlooking Portsmouth Harbour, Portchester Castle has a rich and dramatic history, from its origins as a Roman fortress to its role as a Norman stronghold and even a prisoner-of-war camp during the Napoleonic Wars.
The castle’s stone walls and winding corridors set the stage for mystery, making it the ideal backdrop for plotting and deception, much like the show itself.
Bovey Castle
Bovey Castle is the perfect destination for a Traitors-themed mini-break, offering the ideal mix of glamour, intrigue, and a touch of betrayal. Once ‘the’ celebrity hotspot of the 1930s, with lavish parties, flowing cocktails, and secrets.Located near Dartmoor National Park in Devon, Bovey Castle has been transformed into a luxurious hotel.