Victoria Square Birmingham
Birmingham · B1
Amenities
Summary
The civic heart of Birmingham city centre, fronted by the Council House, Town Hall, and the Floozie in the Jacuzzi fountain, confirmed as an active filming location by Birmingham Reddit users in 2025.
About this location
Victoria Square is the principal civic open space in Birmingham city centre, bordered by the Council House (1879), the Town Hall (1834, a Roman temple-inspired Grade I listed building), and the later additions of the Central Library approach and commercial frontages. The fountain known informally as the Floozie in the Jacuzzi — a reclining female figure by Dhruva Mistry — is the square’s central element. The square is the ceremonial focus of the city, used for public events and protests, and the surrounding Victorian civic architecture gives it a weighty, institutional character. Reddit posts from Birmingham users document filming activity at Victoria Square, with questions about what production was present. For drama and documentary productions, the square offers an easily readable UK civic setting with period architectural density. Birmingham Film Office manages permit applications for the city centre public realm including Victoria Square.
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
- Birmingham 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 Victoria Square Birmingham?
- Yes — filming on or around Victoria Square Birmingham 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 Victoria Square Birmingham?
- Parking isn't listed as a confirmed amenity for Victoria Square Birmingham. Check with the site for crew parking, loading, and unit-base options — in Birmingham you'll often rely on nearby public car parks or a council parking suspension.
- How much does it cost to film at Victoria Square Birmingham?
- Victoria Square Birmingham 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 Victoria Square Birmingham?
- Victoria Square Birmingham can accommodate a large crew of 15+ including feature-film unit requirements, trucks, and extras.
- Has anything been filmed at Victoria Square Birmingham before?
- Victoria Square Birmingham 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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