Bricket Wood
st-albans · AL2
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About this location
Bricket Wood is a village in the county of Hertfordshire, England, 4.2 miles (6.8 km) south of St Albans city centre (though in the city’s contiguous built-up area) and 4.2 miles (6.8 km) north-northeast of Watford.. As a recognisable urban space in St Stephen, the location has provided backdrops for productions set in Britain’s cities. Street and plaza work typically requires coordination with the local council or relevant authority. Location managers planning UK shoots will find Bricket Wood on Wikidata’s registry of documented filming locations, with a track record that spans multiple genres. Permit requirements, day rates, and exclusivity windows should be confirmed directly with the venue or relevant public body before committing to schedule. Urban filming in busy public spaces requires coordination with the local council, police liaison, and relevant highway authority. Road closures, pedestrian management, and noise conditions all form part of the standard location permit.
Access notes
- Parking
- On-site parking available — confirm crew-vehicle capacity with the venue.
- Loading access
- Loading access not listed. Confirm access points, door widths, and lift availability with the venue before the day.
- Public transit
- st-albans has mainline rail and regional bus connections. Check the nearest station and allow for equipment on-foot from transit.
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FAQ
- Do I need a permit to film at Bricket Wood?
- Yes — filming on or around Bricket Wood typically requires a permit. Allow roughly 5–10 working days lead time for most UK councils. Interior shoots on private property may also need owner consent.
- Is parking available at Bricket Wood?
- On-site parking is available at Bricket Wood. Capacity varies — confirm crew-vehicle numbers with the venue before the day.
- How much does it cost to film at Bricket Wood?
- Bricket Wood sits in the £££ band. Typical UK film-location day rates range from under £200 for simple interior shoots to well over £1,000 for period properties and landmark venues. Confirm with the venue directly.
- What crew size is suitable for Bricket Wood?
- Bricket Wood can take a medium-sized crew of up to around 15 — most commercial, music-video, and short-form productions fit comfortably.
- Has anything been filmed at Bricket Wood before?
- Bricket Wood appears on Filmshoot's UK location index because it has a documented track record or strong characteristics for film and photography. Specific production credits aren't displayed unless publicly confirmed by the venue — ask the venue directly or check ScreenSkills and IMDb Locations for verified credits.
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