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Scotland’s dramatic landscapes and historic cities have long provided the perfect backdrop for fantasy and sci-fi films, and the release of Netflix’s Frankenstein on November 7 highlights the country’s continued appeal to filmmakers.

Staycation experts at holidaycottages.co.uk have revealed the UK locations most frequently used by fantasy and sci-fi directors, from towering castles to mystical forests.

In the Scottish Highlands, Glencoe stands out as one of the nation’s most cinematic landscapes. Known for its sweeping mountains and deep valleys, the area has featured in Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban, where Hagrid’s hut was nestled among the mountains, as well as the classic Highlander.

The rugged scenery also sets the scene for Netflix’s Frankenstein,

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