They're just your average group of 17-year-olds from Bristol. The gang is led by Tony, the best-looking, most-popular kid in town. He's always up for a laugh but always at someone else's expense. And then there's his poor best mate, Sid, who is forever lusting after Tony's gorgeous girlfriend while Tony plays him like a fool. Tony's girlfriend Michelle - a.k.a. "Nips" (don't ask) - is drop-dead gorgeous with a quick wit that keeps everyone on their toes. Except Tony - he runs rings around her. And she knows it. Then there’s the rest of the crew: Chris (the class clown); Jal (the talented one); Maxxie (the dancer); Anwar (the not-so ‘practicing’ Muslim); Cassie (the bonkers one); and Effy (the quiet one).
about the destination - bristol
With a history of exploration and an ancient harbour at its beating heart,
Bristol has grown into a modern city that wears its recently acquired status as a ‘green’ capital lightly. Old cobbled-street markets and grand, historic buildings sit alongside cutting-edge new developments. Famous icons such as Isambard Kingdom Brunel’s
Clifton Suspension Bridge still leave a distinctive mark on the city’s skyline. Works by
Banksy, Bristol’s famous graffiti artist, decorate the city in a very different way.
Find out more about Bristol in Visit Britain's
Bristol destination guide.
skins locations
John Cabot Academy
(Various episodes) – The school scenes in Skins are filmed in the
John Cabot Academy, a real school in Bristol.
Bristol Cathedral
(Opening credits) – The beautiful
Bristol Cathedral is featured in the opening credits, as is the Pur Down BT Tower.
University of Exeter
(Series 2, Episode 6 – Tony) – The University of
Exeter was used in this episode when Tony heads to a university open day.
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