John Bradley, who played Samwell Tarly in the HBO fantasy TV series, was seen filming a scene for the upcoming film Merry Christmas Aubrey Flint on Wednesday (November 5).
The actor was seen sporting a deer-stalker style hat and duffel coat while filming a scene in St Andrewgate.
Game of Thrones star John Bradley filming a scene for Merry Christmas Aubrey Flint in York on Wednesday (November 5) (Image: Charley Atkins/SWNS)
Cameras were also rolling in Colliergate where a vacant shop opposite Barnitts had been transformed into “The Miniature World of Wonders”.
Film crews and vans carrying camera equipment were seen parked along Fossgate and Colliergate.
A section of Barnitts was cordoned off for filming on Tuesday afternoon in a scene which is thought to have included Bradley.
Filming for Merry Christmas Aubrey Flint in Colliergate, York, on Wednesday (November 5) (Image: Dylan Connell)
Other actors seen on set included Kiell Smith-Bynoe best known for his roles in sitcoms Ghosts, Stath Lets Flats, and Man Like Mobeen.
It also features other household names including critically acclaimed actors Richard E. Grant, Celia Imrie and Adjoa Andoh, along with Idiot Abroad star Karl Pilkington and BAFTA-nominated Dustin Demri-Burns.
The festive film, to be released in 2026, follows an amateur production of A Christmas Carol at a retirement home, reluctantly directed by a reclusive man, Aubrey Flint (John Bradley), on community service.
It is being directed by Jack Spring and produced by Andy Brunskill, known for his work on Blood Diamond and Jane Eyre.
Game of Thrones star John Bradley filming a scene for Merry Christmas Aubrey Flint in York on Wednesday (November 5) (Image: Charley Atkins/SWNS)
Mr Brunskill said they picked York for its “sheer beauty”.
He said: “We will be getting shots of the Minster and the streets located close to the Shambles.”
Filming started on Monday and, according to Mr Brunskill, will last a week.
His production company SUMS Film & Media Ltd in a notice displayed in Colliergate, said: “We apologise for any inconvenience caused by filming and appreciate residents and visitors of York for their patience and cooperation.
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“Businesses will remain open as usual as filming progresses.
“Your safety is our priority, so please follow any crew member instructions and be cautious around filming equipment and activities.”
SUMS Film & Media, Spring’s Shush Films, in association with Tyke Films are producing the film for production company WestEnd Films.
It has been written by Chris Boyle-McQuarry.
