TV Studio Hire Manchester
STUDIO 1 / SPECIFICATION
Step into Studio 1, a premium soundstage and infinity cove studio in Manchester, engineered specifically for high-end film, TV, and commercial shoot locations. As one of the largest fully soundproof studios in the North West, it offers the acoustic integrity and spatial flexibility required for complex broadcast productions.
Whether you need a full green screen studio, a crisp white cyc, or a complete blackout studio environment, Studio 1 adapts to your vision. The space is a preferred music video studio and a high-spec photography studio hire in Manchester for large-scale automotive or fashion campaigns. With a programmable LED lighting array and a dedicated drive-in film studio entrance, moving large sets or vehicles into the heart of the action is seamless.
For those pushing the boundaries of virtual production, our stage integrates advanced multicamera gallery capabilities, live camera tracking, and 4K live keying—ensuring your content creation studio needs are met with post-production-ready data.
| Power | |
|---|---|
| Power Capacity | 2x 125A 3P, 2x 63A 3P |
| Electricity | |
| Electricity Cost | Included |
| Technical & Rigging | |
| Studio Lighting | 9 x 2x1 Gemini Litepanels |
| Curtain Tabs | 360 Black & Green |
| Lighting Gantry | 3 Sided |
| Pantographs | 31 |
| Tallescope | 1 |
| I-Beams | 4 x 4 |
| Acoustics Rating | Sound-Proof |
| Fiber Internet | 1GB |
| PA Speakers | 2 |
| Studio Heating | 2 x 10w 2.2kw TQW Rhino Infrared Heaters |
| Studio | |
|---|---|
| Length | 21m/66ft |
| Width | 14m/46ft |
| Height | 5.75m/19ft |
| Floor | |
| Space | 3036sq ft |
| Type | Level resin floor |
| Stage Door | |
| Width | 3.9m/13ft |
| Height | 4.8m/16ft |
| Scene Dock | |
| Width | 5m/16.4ft |
| Length | 12m/39.3ft |
| Height | 5.4m/18ft |
STUDIO 1 / FACILITIES
| Studio Facilities | |
|---|---|
| On-site Free Parking | 40 Spaces |
| Dressing Rooms | 2x |
| Production Greenroom | 100 Sq ft / 9.2sq m |
| High-Speed Fiber & WiFi | 1GB |
| Workshop Access | Scene Dock |
| Kitchenette | Fridge, Sink, Microwave |
| Virtual Production (VP) Calibrated | Yes |
| Lighting Control Desk | Chamsys QuickQ20 |
Alongside the main stage, our supporting facilities are designed to keep your crew efficient and comfortable. While Studio 1 serves as a world-class TV studio hire in Manchester, it also functions as a comprehensive content creation studio hub with every amenity on hand:
Access & Logistics: Drive-in film studio access via a dedicated scene dock for rapid load-ins.
Talent & Crew: Multi-station dressing rooms, a dedicated green room, and spacious production offices.
Connectivity: 1GB fibre network supporting livestream production and remote client viewing.
Parking: On-site parking for 40+ vehicles with additional overflow capacity nearby.
STUDIO 1 / RATES
We provide transparent and competitive studio hire rates in Manchester. From dedicated pre-light days to full-scale shoot schedules, we offer flexible pricing to ensure your budget goes further on screen.
For long-term bookings or complex multi-set productions, our team can tailor a bespoke package to your specific technical requirements.
| Studio Hire Rates | |
|---|---|
| Pre-light Day | £750 / Day |
| Standard Shoot Day | £1,000 / Day |
| Multi-day Bookings | Negotiable |
ON-SITE PARTNER SERVICES
Studio 1 is supported by a comprehensive network of on-site production specialists, providing a full-service ecosystem for a seamless shoot. Rather than just a four-walled space, you have access to a complete film production services hub.
Our partners provide expert technical support, including a high-spec multicamera gallery capable of supporting up to 20× 4K feeds—perfect for complex broadcast and live event capture. Between takes, your crew can utilize our bespoke on-site café, which caters to 60+ people. For more information about our technical partners and specialized equipment, visit our Film Production Services page.
