THE Pontcysyllte Aqueduct and Trevor Basin were closed yesterday, Sunday for filming.
The whole area was closed from 10am to late afternoon for filming, it is understood, for the BBC television series Peaky Blinders, Janet Friend reports.
Helicopter
With even a helicopter 'shooting' from above for the series that has earned acclaim and recognition world wide.
Originally set in Birmingham, the show follows the rise of the Shelby crime family, led by the ambitious Tommy Shelby, (pictured) portrayed by Cillian Murphy and now spans six seasons.
A feature film is currently in production as a continuation of the series, that is set in the time of World War II, and will highlight the Shelby family and also introduce new characters.
The Trevor Basin Visitor Centre was also closed for the day, but has now reopened.