Explore the real-world places that appear in The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe by C. S. Lewis. Each location on the map shows what happens there in the novel, the real history of the place, and what's there today. Featured locations include Professor's House, London, Lantern Waste, Mr. Tumnus's Cave, The Beavers' Dam and 4 more.
The country house where it all begins
The Pevensie children are evacuated here during WWII air raids. Lucy first discovers the wardrobe in the spare room, leading to her initial journey into Narnia. The Professor, who knows about Narnia from his own childhood, helps the children understand their experience.
Oxfordshire has been home to grand country estates for centuries, serving as retreats for Oxford academics and wealthy families during times of crisis.
The area remains dotted with historic country houses, many now serving as hotels, schools, or National Trust properties open to the public.
Where the children lived before evacuation
The Pevensie children's original home before the war. They are sent away from London to escape the air raids, which leads to their discovery of Narnia through the wardrobe.
London during WWII faced intensive bombing campaigns known as the Blitz, forcing thousands of children to be evacuated to the countryside for safety.
London is the capital of the United Kingdom, a major global city rebuilt after WWII damage, with memorials to the Blitz throughout the city.
Visit: London (landmark)
The lamp-post in the woods where Narnia begins
Lucy first meets Mr. Tumnus here beneath the lamp-post. Later, all four children arrive here together when they enter Narnia to help Tumnus. The lamp-post serves as a landmark guiding them back to the wardrobe.
The Lake District has been celebrated for its wild beauty and inspired numerous writers including Wordsworth and Coleridge, reflecting the Romantic tradition Lewis drew upon.
The Lake District remains a UNESCO World Heritage site, famous for its forests, lakes, and literary associations, attracting visitors seeking natural wonder.
Visit: Lake District National Park (park)
The faun's cozy cave dwelling
Lucy's first destination in Narnia, where she shares tea and cake with the faun Mr. Tumnus. He initially plans to turn her over to the White Witch but his conscience prevails. Later, they find it ransacked by the Witch's secret police.
Yorkshire's limestone caves have sheltered humans for millennia, from prehistoric peoples to hermits and refugees throughout English history.
The Yorkshire Dales cave systems are popular with spelunkers and tourists, many featuring guided tours through natural limestone formations.
Visit: Yorkshire Dales Cave Systems (tour)
Where the children learn about Aslan
Mr. and Mrs. Beaver shelter the three remaining Pevensie children after Edmund's betrayal. Here they learn about Aslan's return and the prophecy of four thrones. The Beavers guide them toward Aslan while avoiding the White Witch's pursuit.
The Scottish Borders have been home to beaver populations and featured many small dams and water mills essential to rural Scottish life.
Beavers have been successfully reintroduced to Scotland, with conservation efforts restoring natural dam systems throughout the region.
Jadis's fortress of eternal winter
Edmund is brought here after his betrayal and nearly executed. The castle courtyard is filled with stone statues of the Witch's enemies. Aslan later leads the assault that breaks the Witch's power and frees the petrified creatures.
The Scottish Highlands contain numerous ruined castles from centuries of clan warfare, many perched on forbidding crags and associated with harsh winters.
Highland castles like Eilean Donan and Urquhart Castle remain popular tourist destinations, many restored or maintained as historic monuments.
Visit: Eilean Donan Castle or Urquhart Castle (historic site)
Ancient site of sacrifice and resurrection
The ancient stone table where Aslan sacrifices himself to save Edmund, fulfilling the Deep Magic. Susan and Lucy witness his death, but the table cracks and Aslan resurrects, revealing the Deeper Magic from before time.
Scotland contains numerous prehistoric stone circles and ritual sites, many associated with ancient Celtic and pre-Celtic religious practices.
Sites like the Callanish Stones and Ring of Brodgar continue to attract visitors interested in prehistoric Scottish culture and spirituality.
Visit: Callanish Stones or Ring of Brodgar (monument)
The gathering place of Aslan's army
Peter, Susan, and Lucy are brought here by the Beavers to meet Aslan. The great lion knights Peter as Sir Peter Wolf's-Bane after his first battle. This becomes the headquarters for the final assault against the White Witch.
The Scottish Lowlands have been the site of numerous military campaigns and encampments throughout Scottish history, from Roman times through the Wars of Independence.
The area features numerous battlefields and monuments commemorating Scotland's military history, including visitor centers and walking trails.
Visit: Scottish Battlefields and Visitor Centers (historic site)
The castle of the four thrones
The ancient castle where the four Pevensie children are crowned as kings and queens of Narnia. They rule from here for many years as adults before returning to our world as children through the wardrobe.
Edinburgh Castle has been the seat of Scottish royalty for centuries, commanding views over the city and sea, serving as both fortress and royal residence.
Edinburgh Castle remains one of Scotland's most visited historic sites, housing the Scottish Crown Jewels and serving as a symbol of Scottish heritage.
Visit: Edinburgh Castle (historic site)
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