Margot Robbie stars in director Emerald Fennell’s fresh adaptation of Emily Brontë’s classic novel, Wuthering Heights, set to arrive this February. The film presents a re-imagined exploration of the passionate and turbulent relationship between Cathy and Heathcliff, portrayed by Robbie and Jacob Elordi, delving into their childhood as well as adulthood to reveal new dimensions of the iconic love story.
The narrative also features Owen Cooper and Charlotte Mellington as the young Heathcliff and Cathy. Supporting roles include Hong Chau as narrator Nelly Dean, Shazad Latif as Edgar Linton, and Alison Oliver as Isabella Linton. In bringing the story to life, the production has embraced the rich atmosphere of West Yorkshire, the very region that inspired Brontë’s setting.
Inside the Opulent Bedroom of Cathy Earnshaw
As part of this adaptation, a replica of Cathy Earnshaw’s bedroom from Thrushcross Grange was painstakingly recreated in West Yorkshire, offering an intimate glimpse into one of the novel’s pivotal locations. The room, a commanding yet delicate space, features a silk-canopied bed and an intricately carved dressing table that evoke the grandeur of the Linton estate. This lavish environment embodies what might have drawn Cathy to Edgar Linton, shaping her destiny and her tragic connection with Heathcliff.
The film’s artistic choices are evident in the room’s design, which is said to be painted precisely in the Pantone shade matching Margot Robbie’s skin tone. Vein-like details on the wall panels grow darker as the story unfolds, symbolizing Cathy’s intense and wild spirit. This careful attention to detail reflects the film’s effort to capture the emotional depth and restless vulnerability of the character.
In the story, Cathy’s bedroom was arranged by her husband Edgar Linton, whose decor acts as a tribute to her untamable nature, blending refinement with subtle rebellion. The set’s recreation also allowed for an Airbnb experience, where three couples could stay in the bedroom and enjoy activities inspired by the film, such as horseback rides across the surrounding moors, Yorkshire-themed treats, and movie-inspired dining from February 27 to March 4.
The Authentic West Yorkshire Landscape and Filming Locations
The replica set was installed on the grounds of Holdsworth House in Halifax, West Yorkshire, where the cast and crew stayed during early 2025 filming. Many scenes were shot on location throughout West Yorkshire, including the striking Stoodley Pike and Bridestones Moor, tying the production directly to the land that gave Brontë’s novel its unique atmosphere.
Nearby lies the wild moorland known as ‘Bronte Country’, a raw and rugged region believed to be the model for the novel’s haunting backdrop. The village of Haworth, where the Brontë sisters were born and raised, sits at the heart of this landscape. Visitors seeking a deeper connection to the novel can explore the 4.5-mile Bronte Connection Walk, tracing footsteps across moorland, stone farmhouses, and rugged vistas that resemble those described in the book.
The path leads through wind-swept territory, with weather that often mirrors the novel’s restless mood: fierce winds, rolling clouds, and low visibility. The trail brings walkers to the Nab, a prominent stone headland, scene of one of the novel’s eerie moments, and onward to Top Withens, a weathered ruin thought to be the inspiration for the Wuthering Heights farmhouse itself.
The Harsh Beauty of the Wuthering Heights Moorland
The landscape around Top Withens is bleak and austere, marked by rolling hills draped in mist, swathes of purple heather, and frequent calls of grouse. From this remote spot, the route continues toward Ponden Hall, believed to be the model for Thrushcross Grange, Cathy and Edgar’s home. This stretch of the walk starkly reflects the physical and emotional challenges between the two households, as hikers traverse boggy marshes and unmarked trails in harsh weather.
The final stop is Ponden Kirk, known in the novel as Penistone Crags, a stone formation rising dramatically above the heather-covered hills. From this vantage point, sweeping views extend across valleys and scattered villages, revealing the vast and untamed character of the region that shaped the story’s mood and conflicts.
Experiencing the Romance of Haworth Village
After the demanding hike across the moors, the village of Haworth offers a comforting retreat with its historic charm. Though the Brontë Parsonage Museum closes in the afternoon, visitors can explore Haworth’s quaint Main Street, dotted with traditional sweet shops, art galleries, local gift stores, pubs, and bars.
Among these venues, The Hawthorn inn stands out as a cozy spot perfect for a romantic meal. Against the backdrop of cobbled streets and vintage street lamps, guests enjoy a warm atmosphere enhanced by fairy lights and an open fire. A meal here might begin with pre-dinner cocktails like the Cherry Elixir, followed by dishes such as Swaledale lamb leg steak served with pickled salad, bacon, mashed potato, and Café de Paris butter. Meals are paired with fine wines, finishing with indulgent desserts like sticky toffee pudding with caramel sauce and clotted cream ice cream, shared in candlelit comfort.
How to Book a Stay in the Wuthering Heights Bedroom
To celebrate the film’s release, Airbnb is offering three couples the chance to stay overnight in the recreated Cathy Earnshaw bedroom on select nights. Interested guests can apply by February 20 via airbnb.com/WutheringHeightsMovie. The free experience spans three nights each between February 27 and March 4 and includes a curated itinerary featuring meals and activities connected to the film and local culture. Travel expenses are not covered, and reservations are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.
