The New Cross
Manchester · M40
Summary
A converted Victorian warehouse in Collyhurst, Manchester with 180-guest capacity. Minimum spend £1,000/day. Used for parties, music nights, fashion shows, pop-up shops, and business events. Victorian warehouse fabric intact.
About this location
The New Cross occupies a converted Victorian warehouse in Collyhurst, on Manchester’s northern edge. The space is large, open-plan, and retains the character of the original industrial building — exposed structure, Victorian proportions, and the spatial quality that productions actively seek when period-industrial texture is part of the creative brief. At 180-person capacity it is a major-production warehouse with room for full crew, talent, and set dressing simultaneously. The range of stated uses — music nights, fashion shows, pop-up shops — speaks to a flexible space that has been tested across multiple production formats. The £1,000 minimum spend rather than a fixed hire fee aligns with the event-space positioning. For Manchester-based drama, fashion shoots, and music video work that needs genuine Victorian warehouse character, this is a stronger option than purpose-built studios.
Access notes
- Parking
- On-site parking available — confirm crew-vehicle capacity with the venue.
- Loading access
- Loading access available — dedicated entry for kit and set dressing.
- 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 The New Cross?
- No council permit is usually needed for filming at The New Cross 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 The New Cross?
- On-site parking is available at The New Cross. Capacity varies — confirm crew-vehicle numbers with the venue before the day.
- How much does it cost to film at The New Cross?
- Indicative day rate is around from £1,000 minimum spend/day. Real quotes depend on crew size, prep/strike days, hours, and exclusivity.
- What crew size is suitable for The New Cross?
- The New Cross can accommodate a large crew of 15+ including feature-film unit requirements, trucks, and extras.
- Has anything been filmed at The New Cross before?
- The New Cross 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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