Driftmark - High Tide Castle (St Michael's Mount)
Driftmark - High Tide Castle (St Michael's Mount) in Marazion, United Kingdom is a filming location for House of the Dragon (2022). It appears on screen as High Tide Castle, Driftmark.
Location Names
St Michael's Mount
High Tide Castle, Driftmark
About This Location
The stunning tidal island castle representing the ancestral seat of House Velaryon, where royal betrothals are negotiated and dragons soar above ancient walls.
Featured In
House of the Dragon
Filming Details
Filming Period
Both Season 1 and Season 2 (2021-2023)
Areas Used
Medieval tidal island castle, 14th-century church, causeway accessible at low tide, National Trust property, subtropical gardens, historic harbour
Detailed Scene Information
Production Notes & Behind-the-Scenes Details
Only accessible by causeway at low tide or boat at high tide, St Aubyn family residence for centuries, major Season 1 location
• Director's commentary on location choice
• Cast interviews about filming here
• Technical challenges and solutions
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Location Details
Address
St Michael's Mount, Marazion TR17 0HS, Cornwall, England
Marazion, United Kingdom
Visiting Driftmark - High Tide Castle (St Michael's Mount)
Opening Hours
Castle: 10:30am-5pm (seasonal), Gardens: 10:30am-5:30pm, Causeway: Always open (tide dependent), Island shops and cafe
Entry Fees
Adult castle entry: £15, Children: £7.50, Family tickets: £37.50, Garden only: £8, Parking: £3/day, Ferry: £2 each way
Accessibility
Steep castle stairs, limited wheelchair access, accessible ferry available, tide-dependent causeway access
Travel Information
Penzance train station 1 mile, frequent buses to Marazion, A30 access, parking at Marazion, stunning Mount's Bay views
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Driftmark - High Tide Castle (St Michael's Mount) Filming Locations
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