About the Film Office
The Creative and Screen Industry is one of the fastest growing sectors in the UK, with just over half of the new studio space being planned and delivered around London and the south-east coming to Hertfordshire.
Hertfordshire Film Office was established in response to this rapid and large-scale growth, in order to maximise the potential of the sector and provide a coordinated gateway for productions looking to film in Hertfordshire.
Film Office Services
For location managers and studios
HFO offers a location matching service and provides:
A single point of contact;
A seamless experience, working with all Hertfordshire councils;
Permits for highway filming and expert traffic management;
Access to local locations, crew and facilities;
Open doors to exclusive build spaces;
Fully-equipped production offices; and
Production advice and guidance.
For those offering filming locations, facilities or crew:
HFO is building a database of locations and facilities in Hertfordshire that could be used for filming - from picturesque spots to spark romance, to disused spaces for dramatic plots. Owners can register with HFO to:
Get connected with filmmakers;
Stay in the know of upcoming film productions in Hertfordshire;
Network with local film professionals;
Secure more commercial opportunities for your location/facility; and
Enjoy all these benefits for free!
For local councils and businesses:
HFO is working to make the county the premiere filming destination of choice, to boost the local economy and create new jobs. From picturesque villages and historic market towns, to woodlands and industrial sites - Hertfordshire is perfect for film and TV production.
Local councils and businesses can support HFO by:
Providing information about your area;
Providing access to locations, local products and services, crew and support staff; and
Promoting the benefits of location filming to your local communities.
HFO also champions:
- Local skills outreach and development programmes, working with education providers to address existing skills gaps;
- Business support initiatives, such as the Create Growth Programme, and;
- Film tourism development, working in partnership with Visit Herts.
