Welcome to North Somerset Film Office
Film Permits
If you are planning commercial filming or photography activities (for broadcast/public viewing) in or on locations managed by North Somerset Council, you can apply using our application here.
Filming fees may apply – find out more on our Charges and Payments page.
Filming fees may apply – find out more on our Charges and Payments page.
Filming for public service news items does not require a permit, with the exception of drone filming. If you are a journalist looking to film for news, contact North Somerset Council’s communications team at communications@n-somerset.gov.uk for more information.
If you are a charity looking to film in North Somerset, please get in contact to discuss an application.
If you are a charity looking to film in North Somerset, please get in contact to discuss an application.
Locations
North Somerset offers a wide variety of stunning and diverse locations, from historic houses and beautiful, idyllic rural villages to urban centres and high-rise buildings, not forgetting the breathtakingly beautiful views and countryside.
If you are unable to find what you are looking for then please feel free to get in touch and put our local knowledge to the test.
Parking & Unit bases
North Somerset has on-street parking available for filming suspension and our parking team offers sections of our car parks or land for use as large unit bases.
Traffic Management
Productions can apply for Stop and Go, Temporary Traffic Lights, and Road/Footpath closures to ensure that filming takes place safely.
Please note that we require as much notice as possible from the date of Traffic Management application:
Please note that we require as much notice as possible from the date of Traffic Management application:
- Stop and Go || Temporary Traffic Lights: A minimum of 2 weeks notice for processing
- Road Closures: A minimum of 8 weeks notice for processing
Students
We welcome the next generation of talented filmmakers to join us as part of their studies.While a film permit is always required for student filming, they will not incur a cost in public spaces if it is part of their studies.
Please ensure that you have read and understood our Student Guidelines before applying.
Apply for Permit
Please follow this link to begin your application