New for Autumn of 2024, Our 2240 sq ft open plan City Studio space is in the heart of the Manchester fashion district just a short 10 minute walk ( 3 min drive) from Manchester Victoria Railway Station and combined metrolink tram stop. Our studio is close to Manchester Cathedral and AO Arena.
Our normal operating hours are Daily 9am - 8pm
extended hours are available by arrangement at extra cost
Bespoke set design and build is an option.
This unbelievably versatile Studio space for e-commerce, social media content, streaming and editorial shoots consists of the following 7 Sets
White Infinity Cove
Our white infinity cove is 3.7 M Wide X 3M Deep X 2.7M high with an additional 4.5M workable space to shoot.
6 sockets
Panelled Room
Our panelled corner set is 5M wide X 2.9M high with a working depth of 5.5M
A classically elegant and beautiful fresh set space
6 sockets
Future
This funky 2.5M W X 3.5M D X 2.9M H Set is a metallic environment with a retro feel perfect for the artistic creative mind.
6 sockets
Tiled Marble Floor Set
This set 4M W X 2.9M H with a working depth of 6.5M has a clean and fresh vibe to it, lending itself to endless possibilities not excluding Bathroom and kitchen feel. ( Slipper bath can be hired at additional cost on request.)
4 sockets
The Blue Room
4.4M W X 2.4M H with a working space of 6.5M is a classy L shaped room set with modern panelled walls and window.
4 sockets
Red Brick Wall
Our Artificial red brick wall 4M W X 3.5M D X 2.7M H is a perfect setting for any creative or e-commerce shoot.
6 sockets
White Room
This Classic white set 4M W X 2.9M H with a working depth of 5.5M is a beautiful setting with bespoke wall art, ideal for any campaign/video shoots.Natural light is amazing and golden hour a real treat, this space is limitless in its creative possibilities. ( Double bed can be hired at additional cost )
4 sockets
In addition to Our studio housing 7 sets we also have included in the hire
Still Life
Still life is a comfortable 1.2M off the ground table and a 1.5M wide and deep infinity cove. Ideal for shooting small products such as shoes or bags.
4 sockets
Green Screen (or blue chroma key)
Any of the sets can house a chroma key background or infinity cove with the use of a 2.7m width 11m long colorama mounted on a support system. Please note that we may not have a full 11m colorama in stock so please check in with your requirements.
Essential Extras included in Our Studio Hire:
Studio:
Photographers rolling production desk with monitor
3 x SL150 constant heads
3 x Bowens Gemini 500c heads
2 x Octa boxes
1 x 4”x4” softbox
4 x C Stands
4 x Black / white polyboards
Auxiliary:
Bluetooth speaker
Phone charger points
Selection of Tea & Coffee pods, speciality tea and loose tea
Bottled water
2 x 16’ floor fans
4 x 4 way 13 amp extension leads
Barcode scanner
2 x Hotdesk with monitor
Dressing room and styling:
Make up mirrors
Full length mirror
Privacy Screen
Steamer
3 x 6” clothes rails
Hangers
Rail markers
Steam generator Iron
Kimble gun
Dressing Room
Large dressing room 6M X 4.2M
This spacious air conditioned room comes equipped with lit make up mirrors and a full length mirror.
ample tables and seating
clothing rails, hangers and dividers
steamer
privacy screen
windows with black out blinds
Toilets and shower:
Situated at the rear of the studio next door to the dressing room are 2 separate toilets with wash facilities, one of these has a Shower.
Kitchen:
The Small kitchen area 2.3M W X 2.5M D has a kettle, coffee pod Machine Toaster and popcorn maker, a selection of tea and coffee, speciality tea and loose tea are provided in the hire rate.
Fridge with bottled water also included in hire.
Accessibility:
The building can be accessed through the front entrance Koi Building on the ground floor, you will make your way up to the first floor via a small flight of stairs and then enter the Studio space through its separate combination lock door.
For equipment, you can enter the rear of the premises via a gated yard, then through the door, there is a small flight of 16 stairs, however 10 steps up there is a loading hatch where equipment can be put through a 130cm X 74cm hatch straight into the studio space.
Where "No Entry" signs are located please respect that there will be NO access to these areas at anytime!
If you have any queries at all you can contact the host.
All public transport is available nearby.
Parking
Parking is available onsite Mon - Fri for up to 6 vehicles Sat and Sunday up to 8 vehicles.
CCTV is fully operational.
Alternative parking can be found at your own cost at the following :
ao Arena parking
149 Great Ducie St
Cheetham Hill
Manchester
M3 1FB
This is a 1 min drive from our Studio ( 2 min walk)
Available for Hire ( NOT INCLUDED IN STUDIO HIRE )
Photographers
Videographers
Sound engineers
for e-commerce, campaign and social media.
Lighting engineer
Gaffer
Studio assistant
Retouching
Video post production services.
Double Bed
Slipper Bath
A FULL LIST OF AVAILABLE EQUIPMENT AND PROPS TO HIRE IS COMING SOON!
You can contact the host to discuss any needs you may have!
Useful Info. Whats on the doorstep.....
Restaurants:
Royal Manchester Restaurant- Pakistani- order online
Happy Valley Hong Kong style Cafe- Chinese- order online
Sultan Turkish Grill- Turkish-order online
Hong Thai-Thai-order online
Mr Fries-Fast food-order online
Hotels:
Park Inn by Radisson- Manchester City Centre
Travelodge -Manchester Central Arena
Hampton by Hilton-Manchester Northern Quarter
Parking:
ao Arena -parking
149 Great Ducie St
Cheetham Hill. Manchester M3 1FB
2 minute walk from our Studio
Chemist
Pharmadoctor Clinic
Manchester Chemist
Unit 11, 20-22 Mary St, Cheetham Hill, Manchester M3 1DZ.
0.3 miles, 6 min walk,2 min drive.
Manchester Fort Shopping Park:
0.9 miles from the studio, 5 min drive, 15 min walk
The premier retail park in Manchester, comprising M&S Foodhall, JD Sports, B&Q, Sofa Express, ASDA Living, Boots, Argos, New Look, TK Maxx, Specsavers, Trespass, Card Factory, The Works, EE, H.Samuel, Claire’s, Costa, Next, Nike, Clarks, Superdrug, Pizza Hut, Halfords, Nando’s, Starbucks and McDonald’s.
Manchester Arndale Shopping Centre:
5 min drive, 15 min walk, 0.8 miles from our studio
Printworks:
5 min drive, 14 min walk, 0.8 miles away.
North Manchester General Hospital
2.5 miles from studio, 10 minute drive.