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Pricing and popularity information in this section is based on proprietary Peerspace booking data, reflecting recent booking activity and the latest data available through March 2026.

How much does a photo shoot location cost to rent in Manchester?

Photo shoot locations in Manchester average £91 per hour to rent, but it’s easy to spend less or more depending on what you’re looking for. For a space on the smaller side, expect to spend closer to £102, whereas larger venues are about £129 per hour.

How popular are photo shoot locations in Manchester?

Our local hosts have welcomed 2186 people into their photo shoot locations with reviews averaging 5 stars. 100% of guests said they'd book again.

How long do people rent photo shoot locations in Manchester?

Most photo shoot locations are scheduled for 5 hours, with 8 people in attendance. You’ll find the most Photo Shoots starting between 11:00 and 12:00.

Explore professional photography locations in Manchester

There are many reasons to hold a photo shoot. They are a chance to celebrate a birthday in a memorable way. Weddings, being once in a lifetime events, must have a photographer involved. Photoshoots are also a way to portray the elegance and beauty of a maternity. When working with a professional photographer you should have a few ideas beforehand on where you want to shoot. Most photographers have a list of their favorite places to shoot. But having a few of your own ideas will ensure the final images are exactly what you're looking for. Manchester has hundreds of suitable outdoor and indoor locations for professional photography to choose from, and for all occasions!

Find indoor photography locations in Manchester

Indoor photo shoots are a good idea if you want a comfortable setting for the session. There won't be any wind, rain, or humidity to struggle through and you'll have ideal lighting inside of a studio, restaurant, or other space. Manchester photographers typically work in photo studios, where they have total control over the lighting environment. An indoor studio rental also includes backgrounds that can be tailored to create any mood. Off camera flash provides ideal lighting and you'll have extras like furniture, vintage props, and makeup stations. If you want to convey more of a lifestyle element in the photo shoot, consider a restaurant, lounge, or pub. Many are photo-friendly and have a wonderful atmosphere for family or birthday photos. You may need to reserve a private room but the dining halls and banquet halls of local hospitality venues are perfect for this purpose.

Natural light photography locations in Manchester

Natural light offers a different experience from camera flash or light stands. The romantic quality of Golden Hour or Blue Hour tones is unmistakable. But you aren't forced to work outside for natural light. Many Manchester photo and video studios provide it through large factory windows facing the right directions. Natural light photo shoots are ideal for everything from portraits to food photography. Just be sure to inquire with the facility owners beforehand on the best times of day for natural light. Otherwise, you may book the studio, only to find there's little to none available. Natural light photography locations will also include light modifiers like curtains and reflectors to channel that light for a specific theme.

Reviews for photo shoot locations

Katja K.
New York Styled Daylight Apartment
expectations and the natural light is AMAZING! I used this space for my Health Coaching business brand shoot - highly recommend using it if you’re looking for a great kitchen for food photography or videography. The host was wonderful on the day and has such a good eye for setting...
Alexandra H.
Mid-Century Designed Detached House in Barnet
Great place for a photo shoot. Thank you Sue for being a great host … i will highly recommend the place
Akash B.
Mid-Century Designed Detached House in Barnet
helped me with my video shoot by giving me a helping hand setting up certain things. Much appreciate the two, the hospitality was professional and friendly and was good vibes ! Also the place is amazing, so much more bigger than I expected than the photos and the views I got...
Hedoniste L.
Mid-Century Designed Detached House in Barnet
Sue was very friendly and approachable. The space was absolutely stunning and perfect for our photo shoot
Dražen L.
Edwardian House with Large Vaulted Light Contemporary Kitchen/ Lounge Space with Aga & Brick Wall Plus Traditional Lounge With Real Open Fire Place. Master Bedroom with Ensuite & Shuttered Windows In North London
had photo session organized and we booked Ann’s place as it has amazing kitchen with lots of natural light. Lovely room with fire place gave special touch to mature couple photos. Communication with Ann prior to shoot was excellent, everything was as we agreed, she was welcoming for us...
Peter C.
Edwardian House with Large Vaulted Light Contemporary Kitchen/ Lounge Space with Aga & Brick Wall Plus Traditional Lounge With Real Open Fire Place. Master Bedroom with Ensuite & Shuttered Windows In North London
needed just four of the rooms, but on the day we were allowed to shoot all over the house. We could use whatever we could find in the house to use as props. The photos on Peerspace were accurate to what was the reality. The rooms were large with lots...
Anish P.
Spacious White Room Studio with Infinity Walls Near Wembley
social media platforms. The team were welcoming and the faciality had everything we needed on the day. I would recommend this studio for brand shoot photos and videos. Looking forward to rebooking the space again in the future...
Sasha C.
Spacious, Bright & Adaptable Photo/Video Studio in the Prime of North London
good space for photography shoots bright and comfortable
Sandy K.
Spacious, Bright & Adaptable Photo/Video Studio in the Prime of North London
Ofe was very helpful. The space was spacious, clean great for a photo shoot
Ashleigh W.
Contemporary Production Property
Gorgeous house and Vanessa is a lovely lady that went over and above to make us feel welcome. We hired the house for a photo shoot and I can’t wait to see how the pictures come out. We’d definitely recommend...
Jack A.
Industrial Warehouse Loft
Loved shooting here! A great vibe and my client was super happy, commenting more than once how cool the location was. We were really impressed. The location also looked exactly as it did in the images, and was the same size that it had been represented in the photos on...
William E.
Modern French Apartment
The host was very responsive and helpful. The space looks amazing and I done a photo shoot. Professional and will definitely recommend...
Shane M.
Blackout Drive-In Studio
Really great space with a welcoming and accommodating host. A brilliant space for shooting promo music videos and photography. Would definitely book again and recommend to anyone...
Tomas T.
200 Year Old Pottery Factory with Infinity Cove
Great Space for all Videoshoots and Photo Shoots
David G.
Industrial Photo Studio with Infinity Cove
us to the studio on the day and showed us around. it was exactly as described and had everything we needed to do our photo shoot for our clothing brand "4 The Bants" Thank you so much Katie, would definitely use again :-) Regards, David...
Jemima J.
Arts and Crafts House featuring exposed brickwork and beams. Featured dog is available on request.
The perfect location & host for our editorial campaign! From initial enquiry to final shoot date, Darren (the host) was nothing but considerate, accommodating and clear in his communication as we planned and executed our vision. The space is perfect if you're looking for a 'homey', lifestyle feel. The lovely...
Callum W.
Versatile City Centre Studio with Huge Cove: Your Creative Hub in Manchester
Incredible space with the host, Ben, being really helpful and accommodating. Would highly recommend this for music video shoots or photography...
Ben H.
Versatile Warehouse in Salford
Fantastic place with lot's of varying spaces for shooting a variety of different feels and looks when looking for diversity from a photo/ video shoot. Would 100% recommend and use again!! Fast comms and great owners...
Tara K.
Contemporary detached 5 bedroom home in Bristol
with plenty of 'props' to make the place homely without being cluttered. I would 100% recommend booking this wonderful house for a video or photo shoot...
Harris K.
Spacious and versatile media studio for film, photo, podcast and events.
recently used this photo studio for a surprise proposal, and I couldn’t be happier with the experience. The space itself is fantastic—clean, well-designed, and perfect for capturing such a special moment. Ben went absolutely above and beyond. He helped set up cameras and props, ensured everything was...
Updated 19 February 2026Our data is refreshed in real time using booking trends, verified guest reviews and direct partner update, with additional quality checks from our team.