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Five Fabulous Estates for Filming: Natural Backdrops for Shoot Production
Scale, privacy and visual impact required? Say less. Our large estate locations are an unmatched pick for multi-day film and editorial shoots. At Location Creation, we have a wad of grand estates that are guaranteed to provide a gorgeous backdrop for your next creative brief.
For location managers, producers, and creative teams, we've got you.
1. Binfield Court
Location: Bracknell, RG42
Style: Detached/Victorian/Country Style
Key Features
- Traditional architecture with period detailing (Grade II listed property)
- Large gardens and outdoor shooting spaces (twelve acres)
- Versatile interiors for multiple looks and set dressing
Best For
- Period productions
- Heritage brands
- Editorial shoots
- Longer and larger film jobs
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2. Borde Hill
Location: West Sussex RH16
Style: Grade II Elizabethan
Key Features
- Extensive landscaped gardens, woodland, parkland and lakes (three hundred acres!!)
- Seasonal, floral backdrops for all-year-round shoots
- Open outdoor space for large-scale jobs where there is lots of kit
Best For
- Fashion campaigns
- Beauty shoots
- Wedding and lifestyle content
3. Greengate
Location: Epsom, Surrey, KT18
Style: Georgian Manor
Key Features
- Extensive grounds (three acres of lawn, paddocks and woodland)
- Historically interesting property set in the countryside (horsies available for shoots and petting)
- Large gravel courtyards allowing for plenty of parking for film crew
Best For
- Fashion and lifestyle shoots
- TV commercials
- Brand storytelling
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4. Keythorpe Hall
Location: Leicestershire, LE7
Style: Detached, Georgian
Key Features
- One hour from London
- Twenty-five acres of grounds: Formal walled gardens, swimming pool, woodland and paddocks (what more could you need?)
- Free parking onsite for 30 vehicles
Best For
- Film and TV drama
- Luxury campaigns and fashion editorials
- Historical productions
5. Taitlands Estate
Location: Stainforth, Settle, BD24
Style: Medieval, Grade II listed
Key Features:
- Walled garden and scenic rural surrounds
- Stunning views over the Yorkshire Dales (backdrop=sorted
- Coach house and self-contained cottage
Best for:
- Lifestyle and wellness brands
- Editorial shoots
- Rustic-themed productions
In Summary, Why Shoot At An Estate?
- Multiple shoot spaces in one: Saves time and money on relocating crew. More room for kit, crew and parking.
- Privacy and control: Essential for high-profile or complex shoots
- High production value: Architecture and landscapes that are historically interesting and do the heavy lifting visually
Need a hand picking a film location for your brief? Please get in touch so we can help.