Play With Fire Rehearsal Studio
Manchester · M4
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Summary
A rehearsal studio in New Islington, East Manchester. From £10/hr — among the lowest studio hire rates in Greater Manchester. 100-person capacity. Suits low-budget productions, student films, and any shoot needing a blank industrial interior at minimum cost.
About this location
Play With Fire is a rehearsal studio in New Islington, the canalside regeneration area east of the Northern Quarter. At £10/hr this is the entry level of the Greater Manchester studio market — a rate that makes production space accessible for micro-budget projects, student shoots, and commercial productions where the venue budget needs to stay under £100/day. The 100-person capacity is unusually large for a space at this price point. New Islington’s canalside setting provides an exterior environment distinct from both the Northern Quarter red-brick district and the city centre commercial grid — new-build residential blocks alongside remaining industrial structures, with canal towpath access.
The Ashton Canal passes through New Islington and is within walking distance of the studio — giving a canal-and-regeneration exterior environment that is distinct from the more photographed Castlefield basin and Salford Quays. The M4 postcode is served by the Metrolink at New Islington stop. For Manchester Metropolitan University or University of Salford student productions working on minimal budgets, £10/hr means a full shooting day costs under £100 for venue hire. Booking via Tagvenue in hourly increments; the rehearsal studio format means the space may have acoustic damping suited to audio recording as well as film production.
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 Play With Fire Rehearsal Studio?
- No council permit is usually needed for filming at Play With Fire Rehearsal 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 Play With Fire Rehearsal Studio?
- Parking isn't listed as a confirmed amenity for Play With Fire Rehearsal 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 Play With Fire Rehearsal Studio?
- Indicative day rate is around from £10/hr. Real quotes depend on crew size, prep/strike days, hours, and exclusivity.
- What crew size is suitable for Play With Fire Rehearsal Studio?
- Play With Fire Rehearsal Studio 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 Play With Fire Rehearsal Studio before?
- Play With Fire Rehearsal 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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