Des Fildes Hire Studio
Manchester · M4
Amenities
Summary
A studio in Ancoats, Manchester. 30-person capacity. £78/hr. In Manchester’s most regenerated inner district — suited to commercial and fashion shoots that benefit from Ancoats’ exterior environment.
About this location
Des Fildes Hire Studio is in Ancoats, the area of former cotton mills and Victorian industrial buildings east of the city centre that has become Manchester’s most extensively regenerated residential and creative district. Ancoats’ exterior character — converted mill buildings, new-build residential blocks alongside Victorian warehouse facades, independent food and coffee businesses — is one of the most photogenic environments in the city, and the studio sits within this context. At 30-person capacity and £78/hr the studio is mid-range for the Manchester market. The Ancoats name itself has become synonymous with a specific Manchester regeneration aesthetic that serves commercial productions targeting a particular urban demographic.
For productions using Manchester as a location, Ancoats is particularly sought-after as an exterior environment. Having a studio base within the district means the production can alternate between controlled interior shooting and the exterior streets without vehicle logistics between sessions. Piccadilly Basin and the Rochdale Canal are within a few minutes on foot. Manchester Piccadilly station is a 15-minute walk or short tram ride on the Metrolink. Booking via Tagvenue in hourly increments at £78/hr; M4 postcode gives straightforward access from the M60 ring.
Access notes
- Parking
- No on-site parking confirmed. Expect to use nearby public car parks or a council parking suspension.
- Loading access
- Loading access not listed. Confirm access points, door widths, and lift availability with the venue before the day.
- Public transit
- Manchester 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 Des Fildes Hire Studio?
- No council permit is usually needed for filming at Des Fildes Hire Studio itself, but you'll still need the owner's written permission, and any spill-over onto public highway or pavement may require a council permit.
- Is parking available at Des Fildes Hire Studio?
- Parking isn't listed as a confirmed amenity for Des Fildes Hire Studio. Check with the site for crew parking, loading, and unit-base options — in Manchester you'll often rely on nearby public car parks or a council parking suspension.
- How much does it cost to film at Des Fildes Hire Studio?
- Indicative day rate is around from £78/hr. Real quotes depend on crew size, prep/strike days, hours, and exclusivity.
- What crew size is suitable for Des Fildes Hire Studio?
- Des Fildes Hire Studio suits small crews of around 5 or fewer — documentary units, stills shoots, and lean commercial crews.
- Has anything been filmed at Des Fildes Hire Studio before?
- Des Fildes Hire Studio 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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