Here’s the fun part: the production didn’t just film in the rain. They made rain. On sunny days, they had massive water cannons spraying entire streets. Imagine a sunny afternoon turned into a monsoon just for your TV.
The puddles you see? They’re often filled with fake mud dye. It stains everything. Local shop owners reportedly found brown footprints on their sidewalks for weeks after filming wrapped.
One hilarious moment: The crew needed a car to look totally submerged. They bought a junk car, filled it with water, and forgot to drill drain holes. It floated away during a real rainstorm. Oops.
Also, the “abandoned” supermarket? It’s a real, working store. They just shut it down for a week. The cashiers became extras. One reportedly kept scanning items during a dramatic scene. Talk about dedication.
Why This Town Actually Fits the Bill
Glossop has a weirdly perfect history for this show. It’s an old mill town, and those Victorian buildings are super photogenic. But they also have a gothic, slightly creepy charm.
The flood narrative isn’t random either. Glossop has faced real flooding issues. In 2019, the River Etherow burst its banks nearby. The show’s producers leaned into that tragic local truth.
So, the flooding you see on screen is fiction. But the fear? That’s real for the residents. It gives the show an eerie, grounded weight you can’t fake with special effects.
After the Flood Filming Locations (TV Series 2026-)
