Resources

We've put together the following guidance to allow you quick and easy access to any information about filming in Bristol that you may need. If you would like specific information that isn't outlined here or to speak to someone directly about your requirements please just give us a call.

Local Contacts

Resources for Location Owners

Resources for Filmmakers

Planning and Logistics

Local Contacts

Filming Permissions for Bristol:

Bristol Film Office t: +44 (0)117 922 3958 e: info@filmbristol.co.uk

Police:

Avon and Somerset Police, Bristol office t: +44 (0)117 9529733 e: opsplanningbristoldistrict@avonandsomerset.pnn.police.uk

Filming Permissions for areas surrounding Bristol:

Bath Film Office (Bath & North East Somerset) t: + 44 (0)1225 477711 e: bath_filmoffice@bathnes.gov.uk

South Gloucester Council t: +44 (0)1454 868000 e: film@southglos.gov.uk

North Somerset Council t: +44 (0)1934 888826

Resources for Location Owners

Online Registration Form

Additional Advice:

Advice on taking location photos

Advice on handling film enquiries and preparing for a shoot

Resources for Filmmakers

Apply for permission to film on Bristol City Council land or property:

Permit Application Form

Official guidance for production crews working in Bristol:

Bristol Location Filming Code of Practice (general)

Clifton Code of Conduct - Clifton (Guidance specific to filming in the district of Clifton - to be used in conjunction with the general Code of Practice)

Risk Assessments

Guidance on writing a risk assessment

Child Licensing

Information on employing children

Release Forms

Use of Weapons

Guidance on the use of firearms, replicas and other weapons

Guidance for Students and Low-Budget Filmmakers

Tips and guidance for student and low-budget filmmakers

Notifying local residents about filming

Sample residents letters 1 and 2

Planning and Logistics

Public Holidays: www.direct.gov.uk

Bristol Events Diary: http://visitbristol.co.uk/

Bristol Roadworks: Planned and current roadworks

Is a Location in Bristol? Search this map with postcode finder

Weather: Visit the Met Office for up to 30 day forecast

Daylight Hours: Visit http://www.hmnao.com/

Distances: Visit www.theaa.com or www.rac.co.uk

Time Zone: Britain is 8 hours ahead of PST and 5 hours ahead of EST. In spring and autumn (fall), daylight savings dates may differ. Visit www.timeanddate.com

Phoning the UK: Dial 011 44 from the US followed by the number, excluding the first 0. i.e. 0011 44 (0)117 922 3958