One of the major scenes within Sense and Sensibility is the ball scene in which Willoughby and the Dashwood sisters have their confrontation. In the adaptations of the novel, this scene is filmed at the historic Wilton House. The Wilton House is owned by the Earl and Countess of Pembroke, who are descendants of Sir William Herbert. During the regency period, this was a popular place for the wealthy and elite to gather during the Winter as it was known for its Debutant Balls. Another name for this winter retreat to England was “the season” in which eligible young men and women are introduced into society and the wealthy would make and strengthen connections. Debutantes were between the ages of 17 to 18 and after this formal introduction were pushed into the brunt of high society. Other social events such as cocktail parties and dances were also held at the Wilton House. Currently, The Wilton House is a preserved historical site that travelers can visit. It is also a popular filming site for historical documentaries, movies, and television shows such as Bridgeton, The Crown, and multiple film adaptations of Jane Austin’s novels such as Sense and Sensibility (1995) and Pride and Prejudice (2005).

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Pembroke, Earl. “Home.” Wilton House, 18 Aug. 2022, https://www.wiltonhouse.co.uk/.