A Quick Guide to Becoming A Star Filming Location!

We are always getting requests from production companies for locations, from residential houses and stately homes to empty warehouses and unused barns. We want to work with you to give filmmakers and photographers the best Worcestershire has to offer. We’re looking for all types, shapes and sizes, so don’t be put off by the size or condition of your property or land!

THE IMPORTANCE OF FILMING LOCATIONS

Filming locations play a crucial role in screen tourism for several reasons:

  • Authenticity and Recognition: Filming locations provide an authentic experience for fans. Recognizable places from on-screen productions enhance the sense of connection and make the tourism experience more meaningful.
  • Economic Impact: Screen tourism has a significant economic impact on local communities. Both film crew as well as subsequent visitors spend money on accommodation, dining, transportation, and souvenirs, contributing to the local economy, creating jobs and fostering growth.
  • Boost in Tourism Infrastructure: The demand generated by screen tourism can lead to improvements in local tourism infrastructure. This can include better transportation, increased accommodation options, and enhanced facilities, benefiting both visitors and the local community.
  • Promotion of Lesser-Known Destinations: Filming in lesser-known or underappreciated locations can bring attention to these areas, encouraging tourism development and helping to diversify travel destinations in the Worcestershire area!
  • Community Engagement: Screen tourism fosters community engagement by involving local businesses, residents, and authorities. Collaboration between the film industry and local communities can create a positive environment for tourism development.

Filming locations, in whichever shape or form, are essential to screen tourism as they create a bridge between screen and the real-world, not only supporting the local economy but also promoting community and appreciation for lesser known destinations.

GETTING STARTED 

Why register?

Registering your location with Worcestershire Film Office offers numerous benefits. If you want to offer exposure to filmmakers seeking unique sites, potential income from filming projects, and a chance to contribute to the local creative industry (and see your location on the big screen!), then what are you waiting for?

What kind of locations are eligible for registration?

There are really no restrictions, we welcome all types of locations, including residential properties, commercial spaces, rural landscapes, historical sites, and many more.

Is there a registration fee?

No, there is no fee to register your location with us. It’s a free service we offer to connect filmmakers with suitable locations!

Will I have a say in the productions that use my location?

Yes, you will have the final say in approving any filming project that wants to use your location. You can review the project details and decide whether or not it aligns with your preferences.

How do I register?

To register your location, simply visit our website and fill out the registration form. It’s straightforward – all we need to know is a few key details about your property/land and some images for use to showcase! Our team will review your submission and add your location to our database for filmmakers to explore.

AFTER REGISTRATION

Once you’ve completed your registration, you can add your property to our database. When a filmmaker expresses interest in using your property, we’ll promptly get in touch with you. You have the flexibility to either accept or decline their request.

If you choose to accept, we’ll assist in coordinating a location scouting visit (recce) between you and the filmmaker and help negotiate the appropriate fees

Once the filming or photography project is successfully completed, you will receive payment for the use of your property. Plus, you’ll have the gratifying experience of seeing your location featured in a film, commercial, TV show, or magazine! Our team is always ready to provide support, so don’t hesitate to reach out if you need any further guidance or information. We’re here to help you make the most of your location’s potential.

TIPS ON GOING THE EXTRA MILE…

  • Take some great photographs of your location – the more the merrier! Often, productions are more inclined to pursue a filming location if they can see exactly how it looks online.
  • Let us know about any logistical benefits, such as nearby parking, easy access etc.
  • Communicate well with the client as well as responding promptly to our requests and emails – it’s a fast-moving industry!
  • Give us feedback, we love to hear about our own work as well as the service of our clients, so that we can continue to improve filming in Worcestershire.

Have we persuaded you to sign up yet? Read more about being a filming location here: https://worcestershirefilmoffice.co.uk/register-location/ 

If you’re all ready to apply, head to our website for our application form
If you have any questions, our wonderful team are more than happy to answer! Get in touch by emailing hello@worcestershirefilmoffice.co.uk or calling 01905 952020.


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