Gone is a psychological thriller written by acclaimed screenwriter George Kay (Hijack, Lupin, The Long Shadow) and directed by Richard Laxton. Set against the backdrop of a prestigious private school, a dense forest, and the city of Bristol, the drama centres on headmaster Michael Polly, played by David Morrissey, who becomes the prime suspect when his wife Sarah mysteriously disappears.
Eve Myles plays Detective Annie Cassidy, a sharp and determined investigator who isn’t afraid to chip away at Michael’s composed exterior in pursuit of the truth. In this post we look at the primary Gone Filming Locations.
St. Bartholomew’s School
Downside School in Somerset was the location used for St. Bartholomew’s School with filming taking place at the school over the Easter Break, 2025.
Downside School, Stratton-on-the-Fosse, Radstock BA3 4RJ
You can find out more about Downside School here: https://www.downside.co.uk/
Headmaster’s House
While appearing to be on the edge of the school grounds in the six part drama, the property which doubled as the home of Michael and Alana Polly was actually located in the Forest of Dean.
The property used was Danby Lodge, a Grade II listed, six-bedroom Lodge, originally built by order of Charles II, on the recommendation of Samuel Pepys.
Danby Lodge, Yorkley, Lydney GL15 4SL
You can find out more about Danby Lodge here: https://www.danbylodge.co.uk/
Redland Police Station
The Richmond Building, part of The University of Bristol doubled as Redland Police Station in the drama.
105 Queens Rd, Clifton, Bristol BS8 1LN (Rear of the building on Richmond Hill Avenue)
Other Locations
Other locations used in the filming of Gone include the Clifton Suspension Bridge, Berkeley Square in Clifton and some other surrounding locations.
If you know of any other locations used in the filming of Gone, please comment below.
test