Silkwood Studio
Leeds · BD19
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Summary
A photography and videography studio in Cleckheaton, West Yorkshire (near Leeds) with unusually large capacity — up to 150 guests. From £50/hr. Convenient location in the Spen Valley with comprehensive amenities.
About this location
Silkwood Studio stands out in the West Yorkshire market for its headline capacity: 150 people in a photography and videography studio is significantly above the regional average. For productions needing a large studio audience, a full cast-and-crew setup, or a space that doubles as both production facility and screening venue, this scale is rarely available at £50/hr. Located in Cleckheaton, between Leeds and Bradford in the Spen Valley, the studio sits within reach of both cities and the M62 motorway network. The comprehensive amenities positioning suggests a practical working space rather than a e-bones hire. One Tagvenue review. A low-visibility option in the market that merits checking for large-scale productions needing West Yorkshire coverage.
The BD19 postcode is at the heart of the Spen Valley, historically a heavy woollen district with a character distinct from the Bradford and Leeds city centres — former mill buildings, moorland edge, and small industrial towns. For productions needing West Yorkshire without the city-centre logistics of Leeds or Bradford, Cleckheaton’s M62 proximity makes it a practical base with on-site parking and space for equipment vehicles. The 150-person capacity at £50/hr is the best rate-per-head figure in the West Yorkshire studio market by a significant margin. Booking via Tagvenue as whole-studio hire.
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
- Leeds 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 Silkwood Studio?
- No council permit is usually needed for filming at Silkwood 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 Silkwood Studio?
- On-site parking is available at Silkwood Studio. Capacity varies — confirm crew-vehicle numbers with the venue before the day.
- How much does it cost to film at Silkwood Studio?
- Indicative day rate is around from £50/hr. Real quotes depend on crew size, prep/strike days, hours, and exclusivity.
- What crew size is suitable for Silkwood Studio?
- Silkwood Studio can accommodate a large crew of 15+ including feature-film unit requirements, trucks, and extras.
- Has anything been filmed at Silkwood Studio before?
- Silkwood 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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