Kenmure Street Glasgow
Glasgow · G41
Amenities
Summary
A residential street in Pollokshields, Glasgow, that became nationally known in 2021 when local residents blocked an immigration enforcement van — a documentary about the protest premiered at Glasgow Film Festival and is discussed on Reddit.
About this location
Kenmure Street is a residential street in Pollokshields, south Glasgow, typical of the tenement and terraced housing stock in that part of the city. The street became widely known in May 2021 when a large community protest blocked an immigration enforcement vehicle, preventing the detention of two local men, in an event widely covered in Scottish and UK media. A subsequent documentary about the protest premiered at Glasgow Film Festival, with Reddit threads about the film discussing its subject and reception. For location use, Kenmure Street and the wider Pollokshields area offer a south Glasgow residential character — stone tenements, quiet streets, a multi-ethnic neighbourhood — that contrasts with the city centre and provides an authentic urban community backdrop. Glasgow Film Office handles permit applications for residential street filming. The street has no particular formal distinction as a location but its documented community character gives productions a verifiable sense of place.
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
- Glasgow has mainline rail and regional bus connections. Check the nearest station and allow for equipment on-foot from transit.
Ask us about this location
Quick question before you enquire upstream? We often know day-rate ranges, permit lead times, or a direct-to-owner shortcut not shown on the source page.
On the map
Glasgow — drag to pan, scroll to zoom.
FAQ
- Do I need a permit to film at Kenmure Street Glasgow?
- Yes — filming on or around Kenmure Street Glasgow 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 Kenmure Street Glasgow?
- Parking isn't listed as a confirmed amenity for Kenmure Street Glasgow. Check with the site for crew parking, loading, and unit-base options — in Glasgow you'll often rely on nearby public car parks or a council parking suspension.
- How much does it cost to film at Kenmure Street Glasgow?
- Kenmure Street Glasgow 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 Kenmure Street Glasgow?
- Kenmure Street Glasgow 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 Kenmure Street Glasgow before?
- Kenmure Street Glasgow 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.
Own this property? Request delisting or claim this listing.