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Filming in Hackney: permits and fees

Hackney covers Shoreditch, Dalston, Hackney, and Stoke Newington — popular for contemporary urban productions with accessible support for independent and student shoots.

Who issues permits

Hackney’s events and filming team issues permits. The borough is part of the London Filming Partnership.

Process

Contact the Hackney filming team. Standard permits need at least five working days. Road closures require three weeks minimum. The team is supportive of smaller independent and student productions.

Fees

Standard London borough scales. An accessible rate may apply for student and low-budget shoots — confirm current rates with the team.

What’s covered

Streets in Shoreditch, Dalston, London Fields, Clapton, and Stoke Newington. Council parks including London Fields. Note: Victoria Park is managed by Tower Hamlets/LVRPA, not Hackney.

Typical restrictions

Shoreditch has high pedestrian traffic — most practical shoot windows are early morning or evening. Residential street work requires community notification. Standard £5 million PLI insurance required.

Contact

Apply on the Hackney Council website → hackney.gov.uk