{"id":806688,"date":"2026-10-18T15:12:22","date_gmt":"2026-10-18T15:12:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/806688\/"},"modified":"2026-10-18T15:12:22","modified_gmt":"2026-10-18T15:12:22","slug":"the-worcestershire-village-kit-harington-called-home","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/806688\/","title":{"rendered":"The Worcestershire village Kit Harington called home"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>\n  Actor Kit Harington, who rose to global fame as Jon Snow in the hit series Game of Thrones, lived in Martley from when he was 11 to 18.\n<\/p>\n<p>\n  Despite its celebrity connection, the village has managed to maintain its peaceful, rural character.\n<\/p>\n<p>\n  Nestled between Worcester and the Herefordshire border, Martley is surrounded by rolling countryside, traditional homes and farmland, the kind of setting that offers both privacy and tranquillity.\n<\/p>\n<p>\n  Harington attended The Chantry School in the village and went on to Worcester Sixth Form College where he studied Drama and Theatre.\n<\/p>\n<p>\n  It also features a close-knit community centred around Martley Memorial Hall, a village shop and post office, and local schools and community groups.\n<\/p>\n<p>\n  Events and gatherings are a regular part of village life, reflecting its strong sense of community spirit.\n<\/p>\n<p>\n  <img   width=\"100%\"\/>The small village is eight miles north-west of Worcester (Image: Google Street View)\n<\/p>\n<p>\n  READ MORE: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.worcesternews.co.uk\/news\/26632739.new-worcester-pizza-kitchen-opens-family-heartbreak\/?ref=ed_recent\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">New Worcester pizza kitchen opens after family heartbreak<\/a>\n<\/p>\n<p>\n  READ MORE: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.worcesternews.co.uk\/news\/26632739.new-worcester-pizza-kitchen-opens-family-heartbreak\/?ref=ed_recent\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">New Worcester pizza kitchen opens after family heartbreak<\/a>\n<\/p>\n<p>\n  Martley Cricket Club offers a relaxing place to watch cricket on Saturdays during the summer, with their first team playing in Division Three of the Worcestershire County League.\n<\/p>\n<p>\n  After moving back to London in 2005, Harington attended the Central School of Speech and Drama before making his professional debut in the acclaimed stage production War Horse.\n<\/p>\n<p>\n  He later became an international star through Game of Thrones and has since appeared in major film, television and theatre productions, including Marvel\u2019s Eternals and the BBC drama Industry.\n<\/p>\n<p>\n  The small village is also known for its scenic walking routes, including paths through the nearby Knapp and Papermill Nature Reserve and across the Teme Valley, making it a haven for walkers, cyclists and horse riders.\n<\/p>\n<p>\n  The Crown at Martley, a popular village pub, offers traditional food, local ales and a warm welcome to visitors and residents alike.\n<\/p>\n<p>\n  Farm shops and independent businesses in the surrounding area add to the village\u2019s charm.\n<\/p>\n<p>\n  The village provides a slower pace of life, with the added benefit of easy access to both nature and nearby towns.\n<\/p>\n<p>\n  It\u2019s a place where residents and visitors alike can enjoy the best of rural Worcestershire, whether that means a quiet walk in the countryside or a pint at the local pub.\n<\/p>\n<p>\n  While a celebrity connection might add a touch of intrigue, it\u2019s the village itself that remains the real star.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Actor Kit Harington, who rose to global fame as Jon Snow in the hit series Game of 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