Norfolk has always been a hotspot for celebrities who live and holiday in the county, but why A-listers have been flocking here in the last few months?

Ryan Reynolds was spotted filming Deadpool 3 in Holkham on Wednesday, July 12 and was visited by his Hollywood actress wife Blake Lively. 

Hugh Jackman also visited Norwich earlier this month and enjoyed a family meal at the Waffle House in St Giles Street.

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There were also rumours that Ariana Grande had been filming part of the upcoming 'Wicked' film near King's Lynn.

Film crews were spotted in Terrington St Clement in April and drones captured footage of a huge tulip field being planted in West Norfolk for the adaptation, which is set in the magical Land of Oz.

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Perhaps one reason why Norfolk is becoming popular with the stars is its scenic stately homes and peaceful countryside which makes an ideal backdrop for TV or film projects.

Celebrities including Clare Balding and Bill Nighy have also chosen Norfolk as filming locations this summer.

Earlier this month Bill Nighy announced a six-part series featuring Norfolk and Suffolk locals who are living and working across the region.

Eastern Daily Press: Holkham Hall is often used as the site of TV or film shows, and has even featured in its own Channel 4 documentary Holkham at ChristmasHolkham Hall is often used as the site of TV or film shows, and has even featured in its own Channel 4 documentary Holkham at Christmas (Image: Archant © 2013)

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Kate Ansell, Channel 5's editor who commissioned the series, said: "The beautiful landscape of the Norfolk and Suffolk region makes this county a real feast for the eyes."

The county's beaches and countryside are also popular holiday locations for celebrities, with Jamie Oliver, Tom Hardy, and Kelly Brook spotted across the county in recent years.