Forthlin Road Liverpool
Liverpool · L18
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Summary
A residential street in Allerton, Liverpool, where 20 Forthlin Road was the childhood home of Paul McCartney — now managed by the National Trust and used as a filming location for a 2025 production about The Beatles, spotted by Liverpool Reddit users.
About this location
Forthlin Road is a residential street in Allerton, south Liverpool, where number 20 was the McCartney family home from 1955 until 1964. The house is now managed by the National Trust and is open to the public on guided tours as part of the Beatles heritage trail alongside John Lennon’s childhood home at Mendips. The interior has been restored to a 1950s and early 1960s appearance, and the semi-detached council house exterior is typical of the Liverpool housing stock of that period. Reddit threads from Liverpool in 2025 documented filming activity connected to a production about The Beatles — reportedly a film with Paul Mescal — with residents spotting period dressing and production crews in the area. The National Trust manages filming at both Forthlin Road and Mendips, and the two houses together offer a concentrated early Beatles biography setting within a single location day. The surrounding Allerton streets retain a largely period-appropriate appearance.
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
- Liverpool 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 Forthlin Road Liverpool?
- Yes — filming on or around Forthlin Road Liverpool 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 Forthlin Road Liverpool?
- Parking isn't listed as a confirmed amenity for Forthlin Road Liverpool. Check with the site for crew parking, loading, and unit-base options — in Liverpool you'll often rely on nearby public car parks or a council parking suspension.
- How much does it cost to film at Forthlin Road Liverpool?
- Forthlin Road Liverpool 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 Forthlin Road Liverpool?
- Forthlin Road Liverpool 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 Forthlin Road Liverpool before?
- Forthlin Road Liverpool 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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