Latest Transformers film shot in Northumberland

Transformers star Mark Wahlberg filming in London earlier this year Credit: PA

Hollywood film crews have descended on Northumberland to film the latest blockbuster from the Transformers franchise.

Scenes from the sci-fi epic - Transformers: The Last Knight are being filmed in Alnwick and Bamburgh.

Around 200 crew members are in Northumberland preparing for filming which is thought to take place later this week and next.

Alnwick Castle will be closed September 15, 16 and 17 due to filming.

The film, directed by Michael Bay, stars Mark Wahlberg as Cade Yeager.It is not clear whether Wahlberg will be in the region for filming.

Councillor Val Tyler said the Hollywood factor is providing a huge boost to the region.

Filming started in America earlier this year. Crews have also been filming scenes in London.