Where Is Peaky Blinders Set
The series is set primarily in Birmingham, England, during the years following World War I. The story centers on the Shelby family and their criminal enterprise in the city.
Where Was Peaky Blinders Filmed
While the story takes place in Birmingham, much of the filming occurred in Liverpool and other parts of England. Several urban streets and industrial areas were used to recreate the early 20th century Birmingham atmosphere.
Where Is Peaky Blinders Based
The show is loosely inspired by real gangs and events in Birmingham during the early 1900s. It draws on the history of street gangs and political unrest in the region.
For more details on the real history behind the series, see the BBC guide to Peaky Blinders.
