Doncaster Sheffield Airport
doncaster · DN9
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About this location
Doncaster Sheffield Airport (ICAO: EGCN), formerly named and commonly referred to as Robin Hood Airport, was an international airport in Finningley near Doncaster in South Yorkshire, England, in operation between 2005 and 2022. Plans to reopen the airport were announced in April 2025.. Productions requiring a setting with weight and civic authority in Finningley have used this location. Access arrangements and permit requirements vary by area and production type — location managers should contact the relevant managing authority early in pre-production. Location managers planning UK shoots will find Doncaster Sheffield Airport 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.
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
- doncaster 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 Doncaster Sheffield Airport?
- No council permit is usually needed for filming at Doncaster Sheffield Airport 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 Doncaster Sheffield Airport?
- On-site parking is available at Doncaster Sheffield Airport. Capacity varies — confirm crew-vehicle numbers with the venue before the day.
- How much does it cost to film at Doncaster Sheffield Airport?
- Doncaster Sheffield Airport 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 Doncaster Sheffield Airport?
- Doncaster Sheffield Airport can accommodate a large crew of 15+ including feature-film unit requirements, trucks, and extras.
- Has anything been filmed at Doncaster Sheffield Airport before?
- Doncaster Sheffield Airport 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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