Town to feature in film starring Pegg and Driver

Angels in the Asylum stars Simon Pegg and Minnie Driver

The Lincolnshire market town of Louth is set to be used as a location in a new film starring Simon Pegg and Minnie Driver.

Angels in the Asylum, set in the 1940s, is inspired by real events.

It tells the story of a group of women who were incarcerated in an asylum for being typhoid carriers.

Filming is due to take place in Westgate, Schoolhouse Lane and Gospelgate on 20 February, with a number of road closures in place.

'Beautiful' location

The news has created a buzz around the town, which is nestled on the edge of the Lincolnshire Wolds and is known for its historical buildings and quaint streets.

The Rev Mike Croft, from St James' Church, said Louth had a lot to offer.

"Westgate is beautiful and I can see that it will be a very appropriate film set," he said.

James Laverack, from Louth Civic Trust, added: "What better location could you have?"

Residents found out about the filming in a letter from the production company. It read: "I am writing to inform you that we would like to film scenes from an exciting new British film called Angels in the Asylum.

"There will be a film crew of around 70 people and numerous vehicles and equipment to facilitate the filming."

Louth is known for its period buildings and quaint streets

Emma French, the landlady of The Wheatsheaf Inn, said it was exciting news for the town and she hoped some of the stars might call in for refreshments.

"To add to our list of well-known people who have been in here would be amazing," she added.

Lincolnshire has previously hosted numerous productions, including Napoleon, Peterloo, The Da Vinci Code, Strike and Wild Bill.

Last year, producer Heather Greenwood, who has worked on documentary films including Bros: After the Screaming, and Class of 92, launched a scheme to encourage film-makers and television producers to make use of the county's "stunning locations".

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