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The Spirit of Manchester Distillery
Deansgate, Manchester, England20 guests
The Spirit of Manchester Distillery. Set beneath the railway arches in the heart of Manchester city centre, our bar offers a striking, atmospheric backdrop ideal for photography, filming, and content creation. The space combines industrial charm with refined finishes – think exposed brick, polished concrete, dramatic lighting, and a full working
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£70
/hr
1 hr min
Smolensky Gallery
Deansgate, Manchester, England5.0 (1)
300 guests
Smolensky Gallery. Unique gallery space with high ceilings and polished concrete floors. The gallery displays Urban and Contemporary art and has lots of character and atmosphere.
The space is perfect for gallery exhibitions, product launches, art shows previous use has been from Fashion campaigns to elaborate concepts for
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£125
/hr
2 hr min
Corner HQ
Manchester, England20 guests
Corner HQ. A minimal and modern boxing gym. Fully equipped with boxing ring, heavy bags and squat rack with adjustable lighting throughout the space from warm/cold/colour. Space is complimented with kitchen, female and male changing rooms/make up rooms and casual sitting areas which are super useful
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£125
/hr
2 hr min
Stoop Creative Studio
Manchester, England5.0 (7)
100 guests
Stoop Creative Studio. 1500sqft of high spec studio space flooded with controllable natural light. The venue boasts a mix of pure white and polished concrete, all while maintaining the original industrial feel of the mill it’s situated in.
Available for film, photo and workshops.
6 x 4m white cove
Concrete floor
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£60
/hr
4 hr min
Empowered Studios
Manchester, England5.0 (3)
30 guests
Empowered Studios. 1. Extensive Equipment and Amenities:
* Professional Lighting: Multiple lighting setups for every mood and style.
* Backdrops: A wide variety of colors and textures to suit your project's aesthetic.
* Props and Accessories: From classic to contemporary, we have an array of props to enhance your shots.
2. Natural
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£40
/hr
4 hr min
New York loft style unique apartment
Chinatown, Manchester, England12 guests
Sure! Here’s a potential description you could use to highlight why your apartment is perfect for studio photos, films, and theatre, particularly with city center vibes and unique backdrops:
**Urban Studio Apartment with Unique City Center Backdrops – Ideal for Photoshoots, Films & Theatre**
Nestled
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£75
/hr
2 hr min
Boutique Penthouse In Manchester City Center
Northern Quarter, Manchester, England20 guests
Perfect for all of your residential production needs. Great for Photo shoots Video shoots Social media shoots commercial shoots Adverts TV Filming.
Experience life in Manchester’s trendiest neighbourhood with this stunning penthouse apartment located in the heart
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£90
/hr
2 hr min
Large and Bright Manchester Bar | Production
Manchester, England5.0 (3)
100 guests
A great bar space for production filming and photography based in the city centre of Manchester. The space comes with all tables and chairs and also a small performance space. This venue would be perfect for larger and independent filming companies to use. We are more
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£150
/hr
4 hr min
Cool Basement Bar | Manchester | Production
Manchester, England5.0 (1)
100 guests
A central Manchester basement bar ideal for production. The space is large enough for a production crew to set up.
This venue would be perfect for larger and independent filming companies to use. We are more than happy if you need to rearrange some of the
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£140
/hr
4 hr min
Spacious and Skyline views Japanese theme Apartment in the Heart of Manchester
Castlefield, Manchester, England5.0 (1)
6 guests
This stunning apartment has been carefully designed with detailed attention and love. It is the content creator's, videographers and photographers' dreamscape. Amazing skyline views and the "beautiful interior" will give you epic lighting and set the tone for the perfect set, you choose! Very delicate, so
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£110
/hr
4 hr min
Clean Physical Fitness Gym with Natural Light | Great for Fitness Photo & Video Shoots
Manchester, England4.7 (3)
10 guests
Book our Clean Physical Fitness Gym with Natural Light conveniently located in Manchester. We’d love to host you for your next creative project. Please inquire via Peerspace messaging if you have any questions or are interested.
Features:
• 2700 sq. ft
• WiFi
• Existing Gym Equipment
• Kitchen
•
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£90
/hr
2 hr min
Unique and versatile city studio space with multiple sets, natural light, studio lights, hot desks, video, photography and editing all available inhouse along with equipment hire, gaffer services and much more. contact for further details. perfect studio for campaign, e-commerce, still life and creative content.
Cheetham Hill, Manchester, England20 guests
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
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£75
/hr
6 hr min
Production Home in Central Manchester
Manchester, England10 guests
Introducing our Manchester LAVISH VIBING & SPACIOUS Flat.
This lovely and stylish apartment is perfect for films, photoshoots.
This apartment is in the heart of Manchester, this vibrant location is close to universities, retail parks, shopping centre, football stadiums, museums and park.
This apartment has 2 bedrooms and
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£100
/hr
5 hr min
Industrial Open Plan Photography Studio With Optional Natural Light
Ancoats, Manchester, England5.0 (3)
100 guests
Creative film and photography studio based in the heart of Ancoats, five minute walk from the city centre. Open plan space with lots of optional light, featuring production office and separate kitchen area.
Studio One features a large infinity wall and includes a beautiful changing room and
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£80
/hr
2 hr min
City Centre Gym near piccadilly
Manchester, England5.0 (1)
100 guests
Fitness events and photoshoots can take place at the gym on weekends and off peak weekday times. Our gym is bright and spacious. It makes for a great space for anyone looking to host an event/workshop and for photoshoots. Fitness apparel companies often hire out the
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£100
/hr
3 hr min
Private Gym In The Heart Of Ancoats
Ancoats Urban Village Regeneration Area, Manchester, England5.0 (1)
20 guests
A fully equipped, private gym in the industrial area of Ancoats!
Perfect for gym equipment or sportswear brands to shoot. Also a great space for client photoshoots.
Black on black interior and very little branding makes this space perfect for your brand shoot.
Changing room, toilet and shower fitted
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£65
/hr
2 hr min
Versatile City Centre Studio with Huge Cove: Your Creative Hub in Manchester
Cheetham Hill, Manchester, England5.0 (1)
50 guests
Located in Manchester City Centre, Honey Street Studio is a multifunctional creative space set up to empower Manchester’s local creatives. Combining the functionality of a studio and the versatility of an event space, Honey Street mirrors the flexibility and adaptability of the vibrant creative community it
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£45
/hr
4 hr min
Inner City Urban Apartment
Chorlton-on-Medlock, Manchester, England10 guests
Inner City Modern Apartment
Prestigious New Development
Adjacent to the Oxford Road Corridor
On Site Gym
Residents lounge
Roof top communal areas
Walking distance to Oxford road train station
Full Description
`in the city's 'learning quarter'. It is centrally placed with 10 15 minutes walk to the City Centre of Manchester, including its
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£35
/hr
4 hr min
Modern boutique home
Manchester, England5.0 (1)
6 guests
Beautiful 3 bedroom house situated 5mins from city Manchester centre, Beautifully decorated with large back garden,
Living room: Tastefully decorated with a modern grey finish and rustic feature wall / fish tank coffee table to finish off this beautiful lounge.
Kitchen: Minimal, clean
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£50
/hr
1 hr min
Fitness studio and Workspace in Coworking Yard with onsite Cafe
Manchester, England5 guests
The space can be used for strength training sessions of up to 3 people and 1 instructor
Equipment:
2x Olympic Barbells with full bumper plate set
A set of KBs up to 20kg and Dumbbells up to 35kg
Functional trainer with 2x 90kg weight stacks and various attachments
Hip thrust bench
Other
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£20
/hr
1 hr min
Urban Warehouse Basement Studio | Manchester | Production
Cheetham Hill, Manchester, England15 guests
Underground recording studio complex of recording areas and control rooms. The arrangement is for one control room and one recording area including a kitchen and toilet facility.
Each recording area is well lit and has laminated flooring and a rug
For larger projects both studios can be
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£30
/hr
3 hr min
High Ceiling Photo/video Studio
Cheetham Hill, Manchester, England15 guests
Located in the heart of Cheetam Hill, Unit UFK is a newly refurbished 1180 sqft warehouse/industrial unit, perfect for a range of creative projects. Whether you're looking for a space to shoot content, host a birthday or pre wedding shoot, record a podcast, or hold a
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£27
/hr
2 hr min
Large Stylish Home for Photo and Film Shoots
Manchester, England5.0 (1)
15 guests
Book our Entire 5 bed Huge Space Perfect Family Retreat conveniently located in Manchester.
The space consists of a huge hosting space open living area, 5 bedrooms or 4 bedrooms and another huge living space.
Please inquire via Peerspace messaging if you have any
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£95
/hr
4 hr min
Stylish Family Home With A Mix Of Contemporary & Traditional Styles | Manchester | Production
Old Trafford, Manchester, England5.0 (7)
20 guests
Recently renovated 1930s semi detached property in Manchester, 3 miles from the city centre. A family home with a mix of contemporary and traditional features throughout. Two living areas with different styles so it can look like two different locations in one house.
Ground floor consists of
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£125
/hr
4 hr min
Manchester Suburb Victorian House with Architectural redesign
Chorlton-cum-Hardy, Manchester, England5.0 (2)
30 guests
In the suburbs of South Manchester in Chorlton close to Central Manchester. What looks like a traditional Victorian house has a double height architectural extension giving excess space and light great for shoots. We experience with other location shoots and often get feedback that the house
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£115
/hr
1 hr min
Scandi, Parisian NYC inspired Extended Victorian Villa & Large Garden space
Chorlton-cum-Hardy, Manchester, England5.0 (1)
25 guests
Scandi, Parisian NYC inspired Extended Victorian Villa in leafy suburb & Large Garden and patio kitchen.
Set over four floors this grand Victorian house has been modernised and elongated to provide ideal shoot space for photo film and tv.
Previously divided rooms have been combined to
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£150
/hr
6 hr min
Scandi/Japandi Family Home Perfect For Production
Chorlton-cum-Hardy, Manchester, England4.9 (12)
30 guests
Close to Central Manchester but with countryside type views and decking area. We have had many advertising shoots here and have had location houses previously too. A large open plan living and kitchen area, with lots of room for lighting and to shoot from. We have
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£100
/hr
3 hr min
New York Loft Style Open Plan House
Chorlton-cum-Hardy, Manchester, England5.0 (10)
20 guests
The most striking feature is the open plan kitchen which has a skylight and plenty of natural light.
The venue works well for filming and photography shoots due to interesting background of exposed beams, brick wall, solid oak dining table, electric drum set, Crittal style sliding
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£70
/hr
2 hr min
Double Fronted Victorian Villa. Plant filled, boho space with Mediterranean terrace
Manchester, England5.0 (3)
20 guests
Open plan living, dining, garden and terrace. Great for photo shoots or filming. High ceilings and grand proportions. Open south facing private garden with no overlooking properties in view. Separate lounge with a gentleman’s club vibe. Hot tub in garden. Lots of light and plants
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£140
/hr
1 hr min
Unique open plan Victorian property with a modern touch
West Didsbury, Manchester, England5.0 (2)
8 guests
LOCATION HISTORY
This victorian property was built in 1985 and eventually split into flats in the late 90's. We brought it back to its glory, a full renovation to bring it back to one residence, full of period features and added a 2 storey extension to
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£130
/hr
4 hr min
Cosy Style Bar In Manchester, great for production or photoshoot
Swinton, Manchester, England40 guests
A cosy and stylish bar in Manchester with a seating capacity of around 30 people or around 50 standing.
This family run bar is perfect for photoshoots, filming production, a product launch.
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£150
/hr
3 hr min
Light airy studio space
Prestwich, Manchester, England25 guests
Large matted (750sq ft) Pilates studio suitable for yoga, Pilates, gymnastics, dance, performance and photo shoots. Lovely large windows on 2 sides flood the room with lots of natural light. There is a smaller adjoining studio with coat/shoes storage and 3 Pilates Reformers. Toilet and
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£25
/hr
5 hr min
Photo and Video studio with Infinity Cove
Central Retail District, Manchester, England20 guests
Our large 1,500 sqft studio space features an open floor plan with modern wood style flooring and a sleek black ceiling. This space is perfect for photography, videography, workshops, and events, with flexible setups to suit your project’s unique needs.
Includes a makeup area, fully fitted kitchen
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£60
/hr
3 hr min
Classic Victorian Home in Manchester for Photography & Film
Worsley, Manchester, England15 guests
Book our home conveniently located in Manchester.
Please inquire via Peerspace messaging if you have any questions or are interested.
Features:
• Kitchen
• Natural Light
• Game area
• Patio/ Garden
• Living Area
Available for:
• Photo/Film Shoot
• Content Creation/Blogging/Youtube Videos
• Podcasts/Interviews
• Movies/Films
• Tik Tok Videos/Social Media
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£80
/hr
4 hr min
Modern Living Room & Kitchen Available in Manchester for Production
Cadishead, Manchester, England15 guests
Book our Beautiful & Modern Home conveniently located in Manchester.
Please inquire via Peerspace messaging if you have any questions or are interested.
Features:
• Kitchen
• Natural Light
Available for:
• Photo/Film Shoot
• Content Creation/Blogging/Youtube Videos
• Podcasts/Interviews
• Movies/Films
• Tik Tok Videos/Social Media
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£50
/hr
3 hr min
Frequently Asked Questions
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 commercial photography location cost to rent in Manchester?
Commercial photography locations in Manchester average £93 per hour to rent, but it’s easy to spend less or more depending on what you’re looking for.
commercial photography locations Pricing Range in Manchester, England
Graphic displaying average hourly rates for commercial photography locations venues in Manchester, ranging between $76.43 and $109.17.
£93/hr average
£76/hr£109/hr
How popular are commercial photography locations in Manchester?
Our local hosts have welcomed 2219 people into their commercial photography locations with reviews averaging 5 stars. 100% of guests said they'd book again.
How long do people rent commercial photography locations in Manchester?
Most commercial photography locations are scheduled for 5 hours, with 7 people in attendance. You’ll find the most Commercial Photoshoots starting between 11:00 and 12:00.
commercial photography locations Booking Times in Manchester, England
Image representing average rental time for commercial photography locations in Manchester, emphasizing most start between 11:00 to 12:00.
11:00 - 12:00
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Find photography studio rentals in Manchester
Are you a professional portrait photographer in need of a decorated space for a vintage fashion shoot? Or maybe you're a birthday celebrant looking to have an unforgettable hour with a pro photographer? What you both need is a studio space set up for photography. Unlike outdoor photo sessions, there's no wind to mess up your hair, busy backgrounds, or uncooperative natural light to fight with. A photography studio is an indoor environment where you have full control over light, sound, and more.
You'll find photography studios for rent in Manchester by the hour or day. They come with props, electronics, and other amenities to get your shoot running fast. They can also come with extra spaces beyond the studio area. Be on the lookout for kitchens, lounge areas, waiting rooms, bathrooms, makeup stations, and changing rooms. Free parking is also a big deal, especially with photo studios in downtown Manchester, where car parking is more limited.
Explore photography studios with equipment rentals in Manchester
There's more to a photo studio rental than the space itself. Consider the equipment you need for the shoot. Manchester photography studios can come with extra cameras to act as a backup or provide different angles on your model. They also have specialty lenses, flash setups, light stands, outfit changes, and mirrors. Generators help you take your shoot onto the streets, if you wish. And the largest photo studios have loading bays for you to bring in any heavy equipment or props required.
Props are also essential for many genres, including fashion, portrait, and product photography. Vintage furniture, costumes, potted plants, and other elements enhance the believability of the scene.
Natural light photography studios in Manchester
When working on a photography project, you have two main approaches to consider: electric and natural light. Electric lighting can be controlled with ease but natural light has special qualities of its own. The soft, diffused look of natural light shining through a curtain is hard to replicate using a light stand. It's also free, so long as you're in the right place at the right time.
Many Manchster photography studios were once factory warehouses or lofts. These buildings retain their original large factory windows. At the right times of day, you'll have ample natural light for a lifestyle or editorial photoshoot session. Just be sure to check with the venue beforehand so your rental coincides with the ideal times of day for natural light photography!
Reviews for commercial photography locations
Zechen L.
Daylight Photo Studio
great host and a great photography studio
Laura R.
Daylight Photo Studio
Very happy with this space. Darren was very communicative and helpful as well. The studio has plenty of space for portraits and fashion photography...
Lucia P.
680 Sq Ft Studio With White, Black, Grey, Chroma Green and more Colour Backdrops
Another great photography shoot! Alexis is a great host. Studio is a great space with all the equipment you could be offered...
Hannah W.
680 Sq Ft Studio With White, Black, Grey, Chroma Green and more Colour Backdrops
shoot. Alexis was incredibly helpful, providing all the necessary information and assistance. I highly recommend booking this space to anyone in need of a photography studio...
Aleksandra F.
Early 20th Cenutry Industrial natural light space.
Absolutely amazing space, the studio is absolutely breathtaking! Such a great and generous host as well. I am really looking forward to working with them again.
Aleksandra Filipek Photography...
Elizabeth S.
Photography/Video Studio In North London
ran into a few issue/difficulties throughout the day however it was quickly resolved. Great studio with loads of space to get ready or leave props and great equipment available. Great for product photography or a small shoot. Would 100% book again. Thank you...
Andy T.
Affordable Natural Light Multi Set Photo Studio Based in West London
Very nice studio, really good for portrait work - individuals and families. Would be equally as good for product photography.
Lots of overhead natural light from big skylight windows. Good range of backdrops and lighting too.
A shout-out for the staff Olga and Kate...
Lathaniel D.
Affordable Natural Light Multi Set Photo Studio Based in West London
Clean, spacious and well-equipped. This studio space, ideal for Photography related work, is excellent and well recommended. 10mins walk from Westbourne Park and in a residential area (so not busy), the lovely Matteo was on hand to assist throughout the session and also assisted changing canvas backdrops and the...
Natalie W.
Spacious, Bright & Adaptable Photo/Video Studio in Prime of North London
The studio space was amazing! Used it for product photography. You have a range of props and different decors to use and Ofe was an excellent host...
Barry B.
Bright daylight photo/video studio in charming converted Georgian Townhouse
in North London. The studio is excellent for natural light photography and ever though it was November I hardly used studio lights.
The studio is perfect for portrait photography
Jon was a great host I would definitely use the studio again...
Karina R.
Photography Studio in Manchester
We had an amazing experience.Great professional photography studio, every stage is incredibly spacious and versatile. Many different backgrounds and backdrops so you can create different compositions. Good lighting, and we were surprised that they provided even makeup dressing table, clothes iron and speaker. Would highly recommend to everyone, great experience...
Ana L.
London Fields Daylight Studio
and resources I needed. The studio space was well-maintained and had a great variety of props and backgrounds to choose from. Their professionalism and attention to detail were truly impressive. I highly recommend Katana Studio to anyone in need of a top-notch photography studio with fantastic service...
Claudia M.
Studio TWO for your next Production
Th best studio for someone who work with flash photography. So much equipment available, If you know what you’re doing, you know this is very cheap for the quality value, the studio is bigger than I was expecting too. Michael was the BEST host, he explained to me how...
Eita S.
Studio ONE for your next Production
to finish. Michal always replied promptly and was very generous with his advice, especially on photography techniques. He answered all my questions clearly and patiently, which was incredibly helpful, especially as a first-time studio user.
Studio & Equipment:
The studio is fully equipped with everything you could possibly need. All...
Aaron M.
Spacious Basement Studio In North London
The whole experience was great!!! It was my first time directing a photoshoot in a studio (I'm a newbie in photography), pretty much practising stills and portraits, and the host helped to setup and use the equipment, and also to feel comfortable. Pretty well equipped!
Highly recommended...
Gabor S.
Shutters Studios - Studio A - warehouse style
This place quickly became my favourite studio in West London. Clean, welcoming, affordable and the size is perfect for my photography.
The owner-manager is very helpful and kind - I look forward to collaborating with her again...
Michael T.
Shutters Studios - Studio A - warehouse style
Brilliant experience, great area for both photography and videography, enough lighting to satisfy our needs (jewellery modelling shoot)
Ewa is a great host, helped us get set up and was happy to show us around the studio so we could get started quicker than anticipated...
Jessica P.
Multi set Daylight/Blackout Photography/Video Studio in London
The photography space is absolutely stunning with amazing natural light as well as blackout setup. Rakesh was extremely accommodating and helpful to us and his studio comes with all the equipment that you need. Really well priced as well and I would 100% come again and recommend the studio to...
Roberts G.
North-facing Daylight Photography Studio in Hackney
10/10 experience!
The perfect studio for any fashion photography with a good selection of back drops. Compared to a lot of studios in London the space is quite large allowing for a lot of freedom on the angle of shots, my favourite part was utilising the raised platform. Nearly forgot...
Craig D.
Spacious Content Creation Ground Floor Studio
Had a fantastic experience shooting at 6ix Studios.
Plenty of space, with great facilities & kit on site.
Merez was super helpful, an absolute pro - everything you’d want in a studio owner.
100% would recommend the space to anyone looking for a photography studio...
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