First look inside Co Down's all new Game of Thrones Studio Tour

This is something out of this world! 🐺🦑🐉❄️

Author: Emma Dickson

Westeros has found its new permanent home in the heart of Co. Down!

Located at Linen Mill Studios in Banbridge, the Game of Thrones Studio Tour has officially opened the doors to the public today!

Filled with breathtaking imagery, captivating sets, original props and iconic costumes, you’ll be transported to Kings Landing and Winterfell in a heartbeat.

It doesn’t matter whether you are House Stark or Lannister, everyone is welcome. In fact, you don’t even need to have seen the show to admire just how special this was and still is for Northern Ireland’s film/tv industry.

Cool FM & Downtown Radio were granted exclusive access to the studios, and caught up with some of the actors involved.

Local legend Ian McElhinney played the role of Sir Barristan Selmy aka 'Barristan the bold'.

He opened up about his experience on the world-famous show and what it was like to film here in Northern Ireland.

"It's just the most extraordinary feeling to see all of this again, and to be reminded of it. People will be immersed in this world...for a lot of people this is going to be really special. It's going to be a huge go-to tourist attraction for people from all over the world.

"There's such a massive Game of Thrones fanbase, people have only ever seen everything on screen, now they truly be in it. I think people will be overwhelmed and will flock to it."

After chatting to some of the cast, we took a look around the studio tour!

Check out some of the highlights 👇

Step into the magical land of Westeros in the heart of Co Down.

Begin your journey from beyond the wall.

Take a closer look at the 'Production Design Gallery' - where the show first comes to life.

Learn how some of the award-winning and revolutionary special effects were created for the show.

Costumes from the show's biggest characters are proudly on display.

Discover drawings and sketches from the shows creators during the pre-production phase.

Explore the Armoury Workshop.

Dragonstone's Maproom is on display, featuring costumes and props used when filming

Some of the colourful costumes from across the series are on display.

Take a closer look at the incredible detail of House Tyrell's costumes

King's Landing's iconic map

Uncover some of the hidden details of the show, like these map markers used before battle scenes.

Go behind the screen and explore the Prosthetics Department - it will blow your mind!

Don't miss your chance to uncover the charms of the Red Keep.

The attention to detail on each piece is remarkable

The Crypts of Winterfell

Who doesn't love a selfie or two?

Roam the Great Hall of Winterfell dressed for a feast

Can you guess each Stark character in the Winterfell's Great Hall

How to book tickets for the Game of Thrones Studio Tour:

Tickets and Gift Experiences for the much-anticipated Game of Thrones Studio Tour are available from gameofthronesstudiotour.com

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