That Christmas (2024) is set in the fictional seaside town of Wellington-on-Sea, which was inspired by real Suffolk coastal towns like Southwold and Walberswick. Written by Richard Curtis, the Netflix animated film centers on a town facing a massive blizzard, blending cozy,, coastal atmosphere with festive chaos.
It's an unforgettable Christmas for the townsfolk of Wellington-on-Sea when the worst snowstorm in history alters everyone's plans — including Santa's.
That Christmas has been set in the fictional resort of Wellington-on-Sea, inspired by the Suffolk towns of Walberswick and Southwold with "a dab of Halesworth". Writer Richard Curtis, who lives on the east coast, said he had adapted the script from a trio of children's books to create a "Love Actually for kids".
📍Kjerkgata, Røros, Norway. Across all three seasons charming Røros was featured as Johanne's hometown. The Kjerkgata was the heart of the series with its festive decorations.
While subjective, Røros, Egersund, and Tromsø are top contenders for Norway's most Christmassy towns, with Røros offering guaranteed snow and historic charm, Egersund winning "Christmas Town" awards, and Tromsø providing Arctic wonder with Northern Lights and unique festive activities. Other popular spots include Oslo for urban charm and Drøbak, the official Norwegian home of Santa Claus.
Roros is the most magical Christmas town in Norway where my favorite holiday series is filmed: Home for Christmas with amazing actress Ida. A must watch Romantic Comedy series in Norwegian with English subtitles!
In the movie That Christmas, Charlie Beccles is a girl, Sam's mischievous twin sister, voiced by Sienna Sayer. While her name is often associated with boys, she's portrayed as a free-spirited, "naughty" twin who contrasts with her "nice" sister Sam, though she ultimately proves her kindness.
Yes, Meghan Markle starred in two Hallmark movies before her royal life: "When Sparks Fly" (2014), where she played a journalist returning home, and "Dater's Handbook" (2016), a romantic comedy where she follows self-help advice to find love. She had leading roles in both, portraying relatable, down-to-earth characters in these popular holiday/rom-coms.
Everyone with access to Netflix and a willing suspension of disbelief is familiar with Aldovia, the European country ruled by Queen Amber (Rose McIver) and King Richard (Ben Lamb). Of course, Aldovia isn't real, but the trilogy was filmed in a real castle in Sinaia, Romania.
Although Dun Dunbar Castle was just a fictional castle created for the movie, there was a Dunbar Castle located in Scotland, but it's no longer in use. Most of this movie was filmed at the Dalmeny House, both inside and out. It is the home of the Earl and Countess of Rosebery, and was completed in 1817.
Luckily, there are no restrictions for foreigners who wish to buy a property in Norway, but before you start looking for your dream home, talk to potential lenders to find out what you can ultimately afford.
The color of the houses represents the financial status of the families. Red was made using cod liver oil and blood. People that were more well off would paint their house yellow, made of cod liver oil and copper. The richest families would paint their house white, which was made of a mixture with zinc.
Norwegians have their own version of Santa Claus, called Julenisse. In Scandinavian folklore, a nisse is a short, mythological gnome-like creature with a long white beard and a red cap.
Choose Bergen for a fairytale, cozy Christmas with the unique Pepperkakebyen (Gingerbread City) and waterfront markets, ideal for a more traditional, quaint feel, while Oslo offers a grander, more diverse holiday with larger markets, better shopping, winter sports access, and a mix of lively and local experiences, though it can be more generic. Your best bet depends on preference: Bergen for charm, Oslo for variety and activities.
The village of Thurlbury in The Trouble With Maggie Cole is not a real place. However, there are two villages in Lincolnshire with the surprisingly similar name of Thurlby. While this might come as disappointment to fans, the series was filmed in spots very close to Dawn French's heart.
