The film is basically a huge hug for London. It’s not just a backdrop; it’s a character. You’ll instantly recognize the city’s iconic vibes.
Most of the magic happens in Central London. Think busy streets, twinkling lights, and that festive buzz. It’s the perfect setting for a holiday meet-cute.
Fun fact: the famous Christmas market scenes? That’s not a set. They shot at real, bustling markets. Imagine the chaos of hundreds of extras.
That Train Station Scene
You know the one. The big, emotional moment at a train station. That was London Waterloo.
Waterloo is a huge hub. Filming there meant dealing with actual commuters. Can you imagine a director yelling “cut” while someone rushes for their train?
The horrible irony? It’s actually a very clean, organized station. On screen, it looks like romantic pandemonium.
The Cozy Cottage Lies
Now, for the main character’s home. It looks like a picture-perfect English cottage. All warm lights and snowy windows.
That house is actually in Hertfordshire. That’s just outside London. They had to truck in fake snow because, well, England doesn’t always cooperate.
One crew member reportedly slipped on the fake snow. Twice. That’s commitment to holiday cheer.
