Where Is “Home and Away” Filmed?

Viewers have almost certainly wondered to themselves while watching the soap opera: ‘Where is ‘Home and Away’ filmed?’ We’re happy to take a peek behind the curtain and give you all the Down Under details of where you can find the real Summer Bay.

While we’re at it, we’re going to show you a couple of shooting locations that’ll give off those “Home and Away” vibes. All spaces come courtesy of Peerspace, the most popular website to rent event venues and filming locations by the hour. So let’s settle in and get ready to learn all about our favorite little New South Wales town. Just don’t forget the sunscreen!

What is Home and Away?

“Home and Away” is one of Australia’s longest-running and most successful soap operas. For years, it has kept viewers invested in the drama-filled lives of the residents in the fictional seaside town of Summer Bay.

The show covers adult themes and intense situations, all with the backdrop of the beautiful town located in New South Wales. With picturesque views and gorgeous blue water along with that juicy drama, there’s no wonder the show has become a hit in many other countries outside of Australia!

Where is the “Home and Away” Surf Club?

Now that we’ve answered the question “Where is “Home and Away” filmed?” we can get into some of the most iconic locations for fans of the show. We’d be remiss if we didn’t start with the fan-favorite Surf Club.

According to Back to the Bay, the fans of the show can’t get enough of visiting this location, too. “With the possible exception of the beach, this building is easily the most famous and recognisable location used on Home and Away, with tourists flocking to have their picture taken in front of the famous ‘Summer Bay SLSC’ sign bearing Alf Stewart’s name. The exterior of the surf club first appeared on the show in Episode 367, airing in August 1989, and they have provided valuable assistance in filming for the show ever since”. While they film the show’s interior shots in a studio, they maintain a close relationship with local businesses for the exterior shots.

Where is the “Home and Away” Caravan Park?

Another classic location from the show that fans will know and love is the Summer Bay caravan park. It’s where the characters gather at beginning of the show. Maybe you were wondering to yourself “Where is “Home and Away” filmed?” while you were watching scenes of the caravan park.

This is another great real-world location that you’re able to visit for yourself! According to an article on caravanparkphotos.com.au, the real-life Lane Cove Holiday and Caravan Park were happy to welcome the production in 2010. “Lane Cove River Tourist Park wishes to advise guests of some potential disruption to usual park life. The park has become the new home of Channel 7’s hit drama Home and Away. All of the “Summer Bay” caravan park segments are being filmed at the park. Whilst the park has dedicated an area specifically for filming the show, guests may encounter local Aussies Stars and a small army of trucks used in the production process.”

The site was not the original location for the “Home and Away” caravan park. In fact, it was initially shot at a place called the Jackaroo Ranch in Kenthurst, which sadly was destroyed in a fire and required them to move to the new location. The production seems to have made the best of things and was able to be versatile and keep the caravan park alive in the show.

Is Summer Bay a real place?

To answer the question “Where is ‘Home and Away’ filmed?” we first have to figure out if Summer Bay is a real place. We are sad to report that there is no actual Summer Bay in Australia. However, the bright side is that you can visit the actual filming location!

Thanks to an article on australia.com, we have the scoop on the real life Summer Bay. “Palm Beach, or ‘Palmy’ as it’s called by locals, lies at the end of a long peninsula, fringed by surf on one side and tranquil Pittwater on the other. Its golden sands and clear waters have inspired Sydney’s wealthy to build holiday houses on its leafy hills. But down on the ground, things still feel pretty modest when there’s sand between your toes”. Palm Beach has been the filming location since the series started in 1988. The production crew loves how well it captures the beauty of New South Wales while making a picture-perfect fictional town.

While you’re visiting the area, australia.com even details a guided tour that you can take of the filming locations. “You may recognise Palm Beach as the set of iconic Australian television soap Home and Away. The Official Home and Away Tour is a great way to see the key sights of “Summer Bay”, such as the Summer Bay Surf Club, Alf’s Bait Shop and the rock pool. Tours depart from Sydney and are run by an expert guide, who provides fans with interesting facts about the show. You may be lucky enough to see the soap being filmed. The tour takes the scenic route to Whale Beach, Avalon Beach and Bilgola Lookout, passing filming locations and breathtaking views along the coastline”.

The lavish area of Palm Beach is a popular vacation spot as well, drawing many of Australia’s rich and famous. Going down there on the right day you might even spot your favorite “Home and Away” stars!

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