We're always on the look-out for new and original locations, but sometimes there's something particular we need. It may be that a new style is becoming more fashionable, or that filming is moving its axis from London to other regions of the UK. Maybe there are property types that are under-represented in our agency. Find out what we're currently looking for below - you never know, you could have the latest hot property!

Film and photoshoot locations in London

Despite the regional push to create film hubs in Manchester, Leeds and Birmingham, London remains the predominant centre for filming in the UK. A 2018 study by Film London calculated that film makers brought revenues of almost £170 million to the capital. And its not just feature films, an estimated 80% of the UK's production companies also reside in and around London. It can come as no surprise therefore, to learn that we see the highest demand for film locations in London.

"We are looking for every type of film and photoshoot location in London".

We are looking for every type of film and photoshoot location in London. As well as typical townhouses and urban spaces, other popular locations are houses that don't necessarily look as though they are in London. So houses that could be in the county, or even Europe or America are always in demand by film makers who don't want the additional costs of transporting all the crew to far-flung places. 

Everyday family homes

Many people when they think of film or photoshoot locations will think of grand-design type properties, whether period-perfect country houses or architectural modern masterpieces. So it may come as a surprise to learn that for TV commercials especially, the type of house we get more requests for than virtually any other is the everyday family home. Why is this? And what is an everyday family home? 

While aspirational houses have their place for luxury and high-end brands, many companies want to appeal to the mass market, and to be able to do that they need to relate to their audience. They do that by showing their product being used by people like them in homes like theirs.

"Our clients typically want suburban-style houses with a traditional lay-out"

Our clients typically want suburban-style houses with a traditional lay-out where the rooms are still intact, rather than all knocked through to create an open plan living space. If you have a house where the kitchen is still a separate room (and importantly is large enough to accommodate a film crew), which is homely rather than designer, then we would love to hear from you. 

If you want to know if your property has what it takes to be a successful film or photoshoot location, why not read our Guide? And if you think this is for you, simply use our online registration form to send us some photos of your property. We'll get back to you as soon as we can.

 

High End Modern Mansions and Foreign Doubles

We are always on the search for large, high end, glamorous mansion houses in London, the home counties and throughout the UK. Also for spacious houses that could double as a European, American, or Russian locations. If you have any that you think may be suitable please either contact Janie Richardson at janie@lavishlocations.com or simply use our online registration form to send us some photos of your property. We'll get back to you as soon as we can.

Manchester locations

In 2011 the BBC started moving more production into the North West to a new creative hub in Salford, Manchester. With it moved jobs and a higher demand for film and photoshoot locations. If you are in or around Manchester and would like to list your property with Lavish, just register online. We'll get back to you as soon as we can.

Vacant buildings: houses, mansions, schools hospitals and offices

Empty buildings are always in demand for longer-term filming hires. They give a production the ability to base themselves, control and dress the building to suit their filming requirements. Ideally, the building should not be further than 25 miles outside the M25. Are you are a property owner or developer and interested in maximising your revenue when your building is vacant and awaiting planning?  Then please contact Janie Richardson on 03337 007 007 or email Janie@lavishlocations.com.

How to register

Use our online registration form to upload your images and tell us about your property. We'll get back to you as soon as we can. 

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