Welcome to Screen Manchester, the Film Office for Manchester

Screen Manchester delivers a comprehensive support service for all types of production seeking permission to film on location within Manchester. Our experienced team have worked on a range of high end TV, feature film and commercial productions and will provide a detailed service.

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Filming locations

The UK Film & TV industry have a produced a set of detailed production guidance that are designed to assist with the screen sectors recovery.

COVID-19 Production Guidance

The Film Office for Manchester

Screen Manchester is the film office for Manchester City Council and delivers a comprehensive support service for all levels of production in the city. We provide an industry respected service that makes producing content a seamless and first class experience.

Our experienced team have worked on a wide range of high end TV, feature film and commercial productions.

Manchester offers world class facilities such as Space Studios and The Sharp Project, a highly experienced crew base and extensive business support infrastructure from kit hire to post production.

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Filming locations

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Filming Guidelines

FILMING CODE OF PRACTICE

The Code of Practice references the statutory obligations to which all those engaged in filming in Manchester must adhere to. The objective of the Code of Practice is to make Manchester a film-friendly city for all.

DRONE GUIDELINES

The document is intended to set out the general guidelines relating to the use of drones for commercial filming activity. Productions wishing to film with these types of equipment should always employ an approved drone operator.

NIGHT FILMING GUIDELINES

To create a positive filming environment in residential and commercial areas requires effective consultation and planning with all those directly affected by the activity. Please read our guidelines for filming during unsociable hours.

Filming in Manchester

PREVIOUS PRODUCTIONS

Manchester has played host to a wide range of film & TV productions over the years, some of which include; Peaky Blinders, No Offence, Cold Feet, Darkest Hour, A Very English Scandal. Please read more to see a selection of the key productions.

CREW & FACILITIES

The Manchester City Region/North West is home to hundreds of highly skilled and experienced film & TV freelances and production support companies. Please contact Screen Manchester for more information and links to support agencies.

FILMING IN MANCHESTER

Here you will find further information on filming in Manchester, a link to our dedicated locations page and information on past productions / location gallery. Please don’t hesitate to contact us for more information and support on filming in Manchester.