Lights, Camera, Bury
Bury is a borough of contrasts, offering a wide range of filming locations within easy reach of Greater Manchester and the North West.
From historic market towns and heritage attractions to parks, green spaces, waterways and urban streetscapes, Bury provides a versatile backdrop for film, television, commercial and photographic productions of all sizes.
Whether you are looking for a period setting, contemporary town centre scenes, countryside landscapes or unique cultural landmarks, Bury has plenty to offer.
We welcome filming and photography projects and are committed to working with production companies to help make filming in the borough as straightforward as possible.
Why film in Bury
Diverse and authentic locations
Bury offers an impressive variety of locations, including:
- Historic town centres and market streets
- Traditional terraced housing
- Modern retail and business districts
- Parks, gardens and open green spaces
- Woodland, rivers and reservoirs
- Canals and countryside settings
- Heritage buildings and cultural venues
- Sporting and leisure facilities
Our locations can provide a range of looks and settings without the need to travel long distances.
What has been filmed in the borough
The borough of Bury has provided the setting to many internationally acclaimed television programmes and documentaries such as:
About filming in Bury
Contact Us
If you are interested in filming or photography in Bury, we'd be happy to discuss your project.
Please contact:
Communications Team
Bury Council
Email: communicationsteam@bury.gov.uk
When contacting us, please include:
- Proposed filming dates
- Location requirements
- Production company details
- Estimated crew size
- Information about any specialist equipment or road management requirements
We recommend getting in touch as early as possible so we can help support your production and identify any permissions that may be required.