Day of the Triffids, The (1963)
Nothing verified yet — 36 candidates from our sources, below.
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36 places named by a source we have not checked. Each row says who said it and links to where.
Moorfields Eye Hospital, City Road EC1
In reviewWhen his calls to Nurse Jamieson and Dr. Soames go unanswered, Masen removes the bandages from his eyes following surgery of ten days ago. Moorfields Eye Hospital, City Road EC1. — recorded for Day of the Triffids, The by Reelstreets. Not yet verified by us.
Where this came fromRoyal Victoria Dock in West Ham
In reviewParking on the quayside, Masen and Susan walk towards the seaman's ship. The Royal Victoria Dock in West Ham. — recorded for Day of the Triffids, The by Reelstreets. Not yet verified by us.
Where this came fromArc de Triomphe in Place du Général de Gaulle
In reviewTaking a small boat and sailing across the English Channel, Masen and Susan find another car and drive south through Paris. A matte shot of the Arc de Triomphe in Place du Général de Gaulle. — recorded for Day of the Triffids, The by Reelstreets. Not yet verified by us.
Where this came fromCity Road
In reviewBill Masen (Howard Keele) leaves the hospital after learning from Dr. Soames that everyone has gone blind. The street outside Moorfields Eye Hospital on City Road. — recorded for Day of the Triffids, The by Reelstreets. Not yet verified by us.
Where this came fromCowcross Street at Peter's Lane
In reviewMasen witnesses scenes of chaos and destruction. Browsing londononlocation.co.uk, Anthony McKay found that Richard Lovejoy had spotted Cowcross Street at Peter's Lane, passing The Universal Casings Co., Ltd., sausage skin manufacturers, at number 5. — recorded for Day of the Triffids, The by Reelstreets. Not yet verified by us.
Where this came fromdrinking fountain at the east corner of Lincoln’s Inn Fields
In reviewUnaware of where he is, an Elderly Man climbs onto a water fountain. The drinking fountain at the east corner of Lincoln’s Inn Fields. — recorded for Day of the Triffids, The by Reelstreets. Not yet verified by us.
Where this came fromeast side of Lincoln's Inn Fields
In reviewAfter rescuing Susan (Janina Faye) from a Man at the station who had discovered that she can see, the orphan explains that she was hiding in the luggage van after running away from boarding school. Simon James' London Movie Guide identifies the area as the east side of Lincoln's Inn Fields. — recorded for Day of the Triffids, The by Reelstreets. Not yet verified by us.
Where this came fromEl Poble Espanyol
In reviewMasen drives the circus van from the village and into the countryside. El Poble Espanyol at the the back of the big square advises Anthony McKay adding "But these days the road is more 'pedestrianised' and lined with stalls and cafes." — recorded for Day of the Triffids, The by Reelstreets. Not yet verified by us.
Where this came fromEl Poble Espanyol at Sants-Montjuïc in Barcelona, Catalonia
In reviewSusan comes across a circus van which makes the next leg of the journey easier. Marion Brand identifies this as El Poble Espanyol at Sants-Montjuïc in Barcelona, Catalonia, an architectural museum built for the 1929 Barcelona International Exhibition. — recorded for Day of the Triffids, The by Reelstreets. Not yet verified by us.
Where this came fromEl Poble Espanyol on Avenue de Francesc Ferrer i Guàrdia in Barcelona
In reviewThe camera pans with the van. Janina Faye comments "'The Day of The Triffids' may well have had scenes filmed on location in Spain, but I only got as far as the 'Lot' at Shepperton Studios!". Marion again solves the mystery . . . this is El Poble Espanyol on Avenue de Francesc Ferrer i Guàrdia in Barcelona. — recorded for Day of the Triffids, The by Reelstreets. Not yet verified by us.
Where this came fromHM Naval Base Faslane on Gare Loch in Dunbartonshire
In reviewLuis, Teresa, Christine and Susan make it to the Naval Base at Cadiz and wait for Masen to arrive. HM Naval Base Faslane on Gare Loch in Dunbartonshire advises Anthony McKay who expains that this is footage of HMS Narwhal, taken from 19560's 'Look at Life: Military Submarine'. — recorded for Day of the Triffids, The by Reelstreets. Not yet verified by us.
Where this came fromHouses of Parliament in SW1
In reviewIn the morning light, Big Ben strikes 9 as merchant navy officer Bill Masen wakes up in his hospital bed. The clock tower of the Houses of Parliament in SW1. — recorded for Day of the Triffids, The by Reelstreets. Not yet verified by us.
Where this came fromLincoln's Inn Fields
In reviewContinuing on his way, Masen's movement is sensed by a large plant in the bushes. Lincoln's Inn Fields with the still extant public lavatories to the left. — recorded for Day of the Triffids, The by Reelstreets. Not yet verified by us.
Where this came fromLincoln's Inn Fields looking towards Serle Street WC2
In reviewHelping each other or attempting to get about on their own, People feel their way as Masen looks around. Lincoln's Inn Fields looking towards Serle Street WC2. — recorded for Day of the Triffids, The by Reelstreets. Not yet verified by us.
Where this came fromLincoln's Inn Fields WC2
In reviewNearby, a dog barks at something in the bushes. Lincoln's Inn Fields WC2. — recorded for Day of the Triffids, The by Reelstreets. Not yet verified by us.
Where this came fromLongships Lighthouse off Lands End, Cornwall
In reviewAt a remote lighthouse, scientists Tom Goodwin and his wife Karen wait for the boat bringing relief before hearing that the entire population has been stricken with blindness after watching the previous night's meteor shower. Anthony McKay identifies Longships Lighthouse off Lands End, Cornwall. — recorded for Day of the Triffids, The by Reelstreets. Not yet verified by us.
Where this came fromLovell Telescope at Jodrell Bank Observatory near Goostrey in Cheshire
In review"At observatories, astronomers are noting this fantastic phenomenon and are carefully calculating the effect on our solar system." A matted view of the Lovell Telescope at Jodrell Bank Observatory near Goostrey in Cheshire. — recorded for Day of the Triffids, The by Reelstreets. Not yet verified by us.
Where this came fromMarylebone station
In reviewThe train comes to an abrupt halt and Passengers spill onto the platform before Masen walks through the wreckage to see if he can help. Marylebone station can also be seen in many other productions including 'The IPCRESS File', 'Rotten to the Core', 'Life at the Top', 'A Hard Day's Night', 'Up Jumped a Swagman', 'Carry On Girls', 'Postman's Knock', 'Smashing Time', 'Don't Open till Christmas' and 'Billy Liar'. — recorded for Day of the Triffids, The by Reelstreets. Not yet verified by us.
Where this came fromMarylebone station on Melcombe Place NW1
In reviewMasen reaches Marylebone station and makes his way inside where he enquires if any trains are running. Marylebone station on Melcombe Place NW1. — recorded for Day of the Triffids, The by Reelstreets. Not yet verified by us.
Where this came fromNewman's Row on the east side of Lincoln's Inn Fields WC2
In reviewMaking his way through London, Masen walks past abandoned cars. Newman's Row on the east side of Lincoln's Inn Fields WC2 with Lincoln's Inn Library filling the background. — recorded for Day of the Triffids, The by Reelstreets. Not yet verified by us.
Where this came fromParliament Square SW1
In reviewOn their way to the docks, the two walk through blinded Citizens in the streets. Parliament Square SW1, in front of the Houses of Parliament. — recorded for Day of the Triffids, The by Reelstreets. Not yet verified by us.
Where this came fromPiccadilly Circus W1
In reviewDeciding to head for his ship, Masen leads Susan away from the dead dog. Piccadilly Circus W1. — recorded for Day of the Triffids, The by Reelstreets. Not yet verified by us.
Where this came fromPlatform 4 at Marylebone station
In reviewHearing a train, Masen turns to look along the platform where an express speeds towards the stop blocks at the terminus. Platform 4 at Marylebone station. — recorded for Day of the Triffids, The by Reelstreets. Not yet verified by us.
Where this came fromRoyal Botanical Gardens at Kew, Middlesex
In reviewInside the huge greenhouse at the Royal Botanical Gardens, the Watchman prepares to sit down for his supper before he's stricken with terror as he investigates an odd noise. Another matte, this time of the Royal Botanical Gardens at Kew, Middlesex. — recorded for Day of the Triffids, The by Reelstreets. Not yet verified by us.
Where this came fromRoyal Victoria Dock to the south of Victoria Dock Road and east of Silvertown Way in E16
In reviewAfter driving along smoke filled streets with blazing buildings on all sides, Masen steers the Humber Hawk into the docks. Royal Victoria Dock to the south of Victoria Dock Road and east of Silvertown Way in E16. — recorded for Day of the Triffids, The by Reelstreets. Not yet verified by us.
Where this came fromSitges Cathedral on Plaça de l'Ajuntament in Sitges, Catalonia
In reviewWithout wanting to spoil the ending . . . "Mankind survived and once again had reason to give thanks." Sitges Cathedral on Plaça de l'Ajuntament in Sitges, Catalonia identified by Marion Brand. — recorded for Day of the Triffids, The by Reelstreets. Not yet verified by us.
Where this came fromSt. Nicholas' Rectory on Church Square in Shepperton, Middlesex
In reviewBecoming lost, the pair are directed to a château being used as a Blind Peoples home after coming across Christine Durrant on the road. Anthony McKay advises that this is St. Nicholas' Rectory on Church Square in Shepperton. Middlesex which was found by Clive T. The top row of windows is a matte. — recorded for Day of the Triffids, The by Reelstreets. Not yet verified by us.
Where this came fromSt. Nicholas' Rectory, now Erasmus House, on Church Square in Shepperton
In reviewReturning to the château, Masen tells Miss Durrant that they all have to leave as Triffids are swarming in the vicinity. Anthony McKay passes on that Clive T discovered St. Nicholas' Rectory, now Erasmus House, on Church Square in Shepperton can also be seen in 'Hoverbug' and 'The Snake Woman'. — recorded for Day of the Triffids, The by Reelstreets. Not yet verified by us.
Where this came fromTrevean Cliff, between Portheras Cove and Porthmore Cove in Cornwall
In reviewWhen the Triffids attack the villa, Masen jumps from the circus van after creating a diversion allowing Luis, Teresa, Christine and Susan to escape. Anthony McKay found Trevean Cliff, between Portheras Cove and Porthmore Cove in Cornwall. — recorded for Day of the Triffids, The by Reelstreets. Not yet verified by us.
Where this came fromVillage Road in Denham in Buckinghamshire
In reviewWhen Masen decides to press on with the journey south, Mr. Coker (Mervyn Johns) from the château helps to load their car with supplies. Anthony McKay found Village Road in Denham in Buckinghamshire. Since 1988 the premises have been the Da Remo Ristorante Italiano while the building next door has been converted to residential use. — recorded for Day of the Triffids, The by Reelstreets. Not yet verified by us.
Where this came fromVillage Road, Denham
In reviewAs it moves towards the Citroën, Masen takes a shot at one of the mutated plants which Coker explains is a Triffid. Village Road, Denham located by Anthony McKay. Other views of the often seen village appear in 'Murder Ahoy', 'The Man in the Moon', 'Made in Heaven', 'Murder She Said', 'Kadoyng', 'Ghost of a Chance', 'Poet's Pub', 'The Square Peg', 'Captain Clegg' and 'The Games'. — recorded for Day of the Triffids, The by Reelstreets. Not yet verified by us.
Where this came fromwarehouses on the southern quays of the Royal Victoria Dock
In reviewIn the radio room on board, the companions hear numerous desperate messages from ships and aircraft calling for aid as well as news of a disaster meeting in France. In the background stand warehouses on the southern quays of the Royal Victoria Dock. — recorded for Day of the Triffids, The by Reelstreets. Not yet verified by us.
Where this came fromWatling Street EC4
In reviewThe two drive through the City towards the docks. Watling Street EC4 with added optical effects found by Anthony McKay. — recorded for Day of the Triffids, The by Reelstreets. Not yet verified by us.
Where this came fromWestminster Bridge
In reviewMasen and Susan cross the river. Looking towards Parliament Square SW1 from Westminster Bridge which features in many films including 'Genevieve', 'Night and the City', 'London Belongs to Me' and 'Seven Days to Noon'. — recorded for Day of the Triffids, The by Reelstreets. Not yet verified by us.
Where this came fromWestminster Bridge crossing the Thames with the steps leading down to River Walk in front of County Hall in SE1
In reviewNear the eastern end of the bridge, a car is discovered that Masen checks over. Westminster Bridge crossing the Thames with the steps leading down to River Walk in front of County Hall in SE1. — recorded for Day of the Triffids, The by Reelstreets. Not yet verified by us.
Where this came fromZennor Head in Cornwall
In reviewMasen picks his way to the rocky coast. Zennor Head in Cornwall located by Anthony McKay. — recorded for Day of the Triffids, The by Reelstreets. Not yet verified by us.
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