The Best 5 Film Location Agencies In London
Discover the best film location agencies in London, UK
Need just the right location for your next photoshoot or film project? The good news is that a film location agency can help you find and book it while minimising the time and hassle involved. You can even find 5 of the best UK Film Location Agencies discussed below.
Locations Direct: Best For Ease Of Booking
Well known for their extensive database of residential property locations, Direct also boasts a wide variety of additional locations across London, from commercial to industrial and including public buildings and professional Studios as well. Another reason locations Direct is a favourite among those in the film industry is that they offer locations not only in London but across the entire UK, which makes finding that perfect place for that perfect shot that much easier.
When it comes to using the Locations Direct search function, on their site, you can choose to search by keyword, location and category, making it really easy to narrow down the selection precisely to what you are looking for. You’re also able to display search results in either a grid with large images or a row, which makes scrolling through all the options a lot more convenient. Finally, to further refine your location search, Locations Direct allow you to add tags which include property types, types of rooms and spaces, features and items, cells and descriptions, and even periods. What this means is that if you are looking for an artist’s studio from the 17th century that features an Aga, you can quickly and simply narrow down your options.
Finally, Locations Direct is beloved by those in the film industry because they offer two different types of bookings. The first is self-service booking, which means you can book directly with the owner of the property yourself. This is best for smaller shoots and for when you know precisely what you want. The other type of booking locations Direct offers is through the dedicated and specialised agents, who can help you find the perfect spot for your shoot, as well as check the availability and organise a reconnaissance trip for your team. Indeed, it is this dual booking system and the convenience it provides that keep clients coming back to Locations Direct Time and time again.
Location Works: Best For Shoot Scouting And Additional Services
Founded all the way back in 1985, Location Works is one of the first and biggest agencies in the UK. They boast a huge online database of locations that you can search on their website. Although you may find its presentation a little old-fashioned compared to the other suggestions in the post. However, it’s worth noting that you can still search by location types, and they have a wide range of categories that include not only domestic homes, but also public buildings, educational and sports facilities, transport, and outdoor locations.
Another reason that so many people like Location Works is that they also offer scouting services, which means they will check out several potential locations for you and present you with the best options. Something that can cut out a great deal of time and hassle, and so make your production more efficient.
In addition to location services and scouting, Location Works also offer support in gaining the right permissions for filming in your chosen spot, and shoot coordination services, which can further reduce the stress and hassle of shooting and ensure your shoot goes as smoothly as possible.
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Amazing Space Locations: Best for Visual Map Searches
Jammed packed with high-quality locations. Amazing Spaces offer just about everything you need, from castles to contemporary flats. Their website is clean, modern and easy to use too, and you can search by both keywords or by residential or non-residential properties. They also display a feed of the latest shots taken in their locations, which gives you a real sense of what you can expect.
They are also one of the only agencies to offer a visual map search, allowing you to clearly and easily find the area you are looking for and filter properties within that.
You’ll also find a wealth of excellent and high-quality photos for each listing, which will provide you with a comprehensive idea of the locations you are interested in. Something that can help you save time and effort when it comes to recognition later on.
Location Collective: Best for Express Service
Another excellent choice for those production companies looking for a filming location is Location Collective. Their website is contemporary and easy to use, and they have access to a wide network of diverse properties, from public buildings to intimate domestic homes.
Well known for their close connections with the film industry, they are particularly well known for the Express Service they provide. This is an excellent option for production companies that are pressed for time, as they will expedite every part of the process.
Scout Productions: Best For A Constant Stream Of New Locations
Last but not least, we have Scout Productions. When you first head to their website, you’ll find a page of employee photos rather than location pictures, and this is quite deliberate. The reason for this is that Scout Productions pride themselves on having expert location managers throughout the country who are always scouting and adding new suitable spots when they come across them.
Of course, you can use the search bar to find what you are looking for, or within the search selection location library to find all the different categories they offer. There is even a new locations category so you can stay up to date with the latest additions, as well as an AI image search function, which means you can take an image from a mood board and search it directly on the site to find the very best match for your production.
Final Thoughts
Whether you are a production company, a photographer, or an advertising agency, finding the perfect location for your shoot is crucial to the success of your project. Happily, by using services like the ones above, you can make the task of finding the ideal location for your shoot a piece of cake!
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I tend to write on the days my 3 year old has childcare (2 days a week) and when she sleeps. My older sons are at school, but they have lots of sports commitments, so after school and weekends are busy. I feel like a taxi driver most of the time. I think the pandemic gave me greater balance in my work/ parenting life as I didn’t have to commute as much as before. I also became stricter when it came to the projects I took on during my pregnancy and beyond. A former therapist once said to me, ‘You are your values,’ so I always remember what matters most to me: family and friends and making work decisions from a place of knowing what I want and need in order to be a happy and present mum first. My identity at one time relied heavily on my career. It doesn’t anymore, it’s an important part of me, but not as vital as my mental and physical health and of course my kids, husband, parents and close pals. I love running and try to do yoga from home as much as possible. I also follow a low-carb diet, which helps me feel my strongest.
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