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The film and TV industry is a powerful driver of economic growth, bringing tangible benefits to regions across England.
From blockbuster productions to independent films and high-end TV dramas, location filming injects millions into local economies, supporting businesses, creating jobs, and showcasing England’s diverse landscapes on a global stage.
Filming provides a direct boost to local businesses—hotels, restaurants, transport services, and suppliers all benefit when productions set up in their area. But the impact extends beyond direct spending. Productions create job opportunities for local crew, inspire tourism, and contribute to long-term infrastructure investment, helping to build a thriving screen sector across the regions.
At Filming in England, we work closely with local authorities, production teams, and industry partners to ensure that filming brings meaningful and sustainable benefits to communities.
From script to screen, here’s what it takes to bring some of your favourite films and TV shows to life:
Discover our Local Economic Impact Toolkit below!
Explore our resources, case studies, and guidance on how your area can maximise the economic potential of screen production. Click below to look through our Toolkit, exclusive for our Filming in England Partnership members.
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