Gunby Hall
spilsby
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Summary
Unaltered 1700 William and Mary manor in Lincolnshire Wolds, described by Tennyson as a haunt of ancient peace.
About this location
Gunby Hall is a National Trust William and Mary mansion in the Lincolnshire Wolds near Burgh le Marsh, built in 1700 of red brick with stone dressings in a remarkably unaltered state. Alfred Lord Tennyson described the Gunby estate as a haunt of ancient peace. The formal walled garden, rose garden, and parkland complement the restrained domestic baroque of the house. The unusually well-preserved state of Gunby and the relative quiet of the Lincolnshire location make it an attractive alternative to more frequently filmed National Trust properties, offering a less commercially compromised period house setting for productions needing a modest seventeenth-century English manor.
The venue offers scope for both interior and exterior production work, with the combination of architectural character and manageable scale making it practical for mid-budget productions. Location management fees vary according to the extent and duration of the shoot. Production companies should contact the estate manager or relevant heritage body to discuss access arrangements. The site has featured in regional filming discussions and has been scouted by location managers working on period and contemporary British drama.
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
- spilsby has mainline rail and regional bus connections. Check the nearest station and allow for equipment on-foot from transit.
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Access process
National Trust
The National Trust has a central commercial filming and photography team that handles enquiries across all 500+ properties. Location fees fund conservation.
- Lead time
- 8 weeks minimum; 3+ months for major interiors.
- Fees
- Day rates set per property and per shoot scale — typically £500–£5,000+ for full crew access. Student and charitable reductions available.
- Crew size capped per property. Large shoots need dedicated agreement.
- No flash photography on historic interiors. No damage to fabric of any kind.
- Standard insurance requirement: £5m public liability minimum.
FAQ
- Do I need a permit to film at Gunby Hall?
- Yes — filming on or around Gunby Hall 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 Gunby Hall?
- On-site parking is available at Gunby Hall. Capacity varies — confirm crew-vehicle numbers with the venue before the day.
- How much does it cost to film at Gunby Hall?
- Gunby Hall 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 Gunby Hall?
- Gunby Hall 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 Gunby Hall before?
- Gunby Hall 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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