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East London is now one of the most sought after film locations in London, because of the diversity it offers. The East End can symbolise extreme sophistication with places like Canary Wharf and at the same time it can signify extreme indigence and lawlessness.
This page helps film and TV crews contact the right people for permission to film in various areas of east London. Each London Borough has its own film unit, which provide services for film crews wishing to film in the area. Certain attractions and transport providers also have their dedicated film officers. Please find a list of film departments and contact details below.
British Waterways London
Water offers the perfect setting for any number of atmospheric film locations. The inland waterway network in London has played host to a variety of filming and recording productions including The Bill, Eastenders, music videos, advertisements and even a Bond film. British Waterways London's experience and local knowledge, combined with an enormous range of locations, means that they can offer you a unique, professional and efficient service.
Search for film locations in and around east London's canals and rivers on www.unitbase.co.uk by refining your search to 'Waterways' for Location and 'East London' for Region.
Contact details
James Crawley, Unitbase
T: +44(0)20 7354 3251 / +44(0)773 600 1000
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Docklands Light Railway Film Office
DLR provides a popular location for filming and photography due to the stunning modern architecture, dockside settings, elevated track and modern trains. It has been the location for many different projects ranging from TV commercials and documentaries to pop videos and worldwide distributed movies.
Contact details
To make a formal application contact the Film Office:
Film Office, Serco Ltd, trading as Serco Docklands, Castor Lane, London E14 0DS
T: +44(0)20 7363 9503 | E:
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For general information please contact DLR customer services:
T: +44(0)20 7363 9700 | E:
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London Borough of Newham
Newham is at the centre of some of the biggest regeneration developments, above all Stratford will be at the heart of the 2012 Olympic Games, with an 80,000-seater stadium being built. Newham is also an exciting area rich in culture, flavour and atmosphere where local people take great pride in being part of a global village. The borough's youthful vigour and creativity has fused with the traditional East End values of warmth, friendliness, community spirit and good humour to make Newham a welcoming place with a unique character.
Contact details
Newham Film Office, Old Town Hall, 29 The Broadway, Stratford, London E15 4BQ
T:+44(0)20 8430 2261
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| Mick Ratman |
Filming Manager |
+44(0)20 8430 2261 |
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| David Fearn |
Film & Events Assistant |
+44(0)20 8430 2261 |
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London Borough of Greenwich
Greenwich is a borough of contrasts. It offers a host of first class locations with its fine architectural and historic heritage: the industrial fabric of its riverside wharves; houses and housing estates from a variety of eras; the largest expanse of parks and open spaces in London; and a cultural and creative industries sector which makes Greenwich a welcoming and favoured destination for film makers.
Contact details
Greenwich Film Unit, Greenwich Council, 1st Floor, Riverside House West, Woolwich High Street, London SE18 6DN
T: 020 8921 5873 | E:
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| Nicola Hogan |
Filming Project Manager |
+44(0)20 8921 6048 |
| Suzanne Hutchinson |
Filming Project Manager |
+44(0)20 8921 6146 |
| Nasima Khalique |
Film Support Officer |
+44(0)20 8921 5873 |
London Borough of Hackney
Hackney has a diverse range of backdrops, from the railway arches of Andre Street and Geffrye Street, and the quiet, tree lined Victorian De Beauvoir Town, to the loft conversions and vibrant social centres of Hoxton and Shoreditch. Hackney Council operates a one-stop shop for filming in council-owned locations, and on the public highway in Hackney.
Contact details
Filming in Hackney, Hackney Council, 2 Hillman Street, London E8 1FB
Rebecca Staffolani | T: +44(0)20 8356 3541 | E:
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FiLM office - London Borough of Tower Hamlets
The FiLM office acts as the interface between filmmakers, councils and the local community to promote the boroughs as a world-class film locations. Over the years Tower Hamlets has provided stunning locations for some of Hollywood's biggest movies and countless television shows and dramas. The action-packed opening scenes of James Bond movie 'The World is not Enough' were shot around the Isle of Dogs with various other Docklands locations making an appearance.
Conctact details
FiLM office, 221 Bow Road, London E3 2SJ
T: +44(0)20 8980 8771 | E:
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Lewisham Film Office
Lewisham contains some excellent locations, in the north of the borough is Deptford, with its bustling market, historic riverfront with old warehouses. as the land inclines, further south, there are excellent views looking north over the river and Docklands, from Telegraph Hill and Hilly Fields. Blackheath is a beautiful semi-rural village with charming cafes and Victorian churches. The heath itself has great views, with tranquil ponds, vast open spaces and big Georgian houses around the edges.
Contact details
Lewisham Film Office, 64 Borough High St, London SE1 1XF
T: +44(0)845 833 1523 | E:
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