Find & Book Top-Rated Industrial Locations for Filming, Events & Photoshoots

Complete Guide to Industrial Venues

If you're planning a film shoot and you need a unique industrial location to add authentic grit and charm, you'll find endless creative possibilities on the Giggster app. We're industry experts when it comes to helping businesses, event planners, and filmmakers find industrial locations that can turn any average scene into something eye-catching and thought-provokingly memorable. Wherever you'll be headed in the UK and beyond our extraordinary listings will set you on the right track.

From warehouses to lofts, workshops to alleyways, railway arches to creative studios—you name the type of industrial property you're after, and you'll find myriad wonderful options to explore on the Giggster app. Open the Giggster app, enter your must-haves, scroll through the incredible listings, and start comparing the best industrial spaces near you.

Why Choose Giggster for an Industrial Venue?

No matter whether you're looking for abandoned warehousing facilities or a fully functioning business that still delivers vital products and services, we've got you covered. Even better, each property type on the Giggster app offers a unique space and an authentic vibe to help take your project to the next level.

• You won't find a better example of a unique industrial space for creative projects than a cosy taproom tucked away in a London railway arch. Book early and be inspired from day one.

• Looking for a certain ambience? If you're filming a gritty crime drama or perhaps a project with a horror element, a creepy abandoned warehouse could be just what you're looking for.

• Every city in the UK has a wonderful story behind it. An archives room in a converted 1960s industrial warehouse offers a distinctive backdrop and a real sense of history everywhere you look.

• From London to cities and towns located right across the UK, you'll find a wide range of retail and warehouse spaces with undeniable industrial vibes. It's up to you to focus on the look and feel you want in a setting to identify your ideal venue.

Sensational Industrial Spaces Starting at Just £20/hour

• Exceptional Variety & Quality: Each carefully selected venue on the Giggster app brings its own unique character and charm to your project, making it unforgettable. And with 485 stunning industrial spaces to choose from, there are myriad creative possibilities to explore.

• Hassle-Free Booking: It's a simple, straightforward, and efficient process to find industrial locations on the Giggster app. Use search filters to find properties that tick all the right boxes, compare prices and venue data with ease, and contact the property owner directly if you need more information.

• 24-Hour Free Cancellation Policy: We know filming plans can change in a heartbeat, which is why we offer free cancellation within 24 hours of booking confirmation. However, you must book at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled date of your event.

• Platform Protections: Give yourself extra confidence when booking industrial spaces by adding optional damage, liability, and cancellation insurance to your reservation.

Top Events for Industrial Venues

Giggster offers a huge selection of industrial spaces, helping businesses, event planners, and filmmakers find the right location for any occasion. Here are just some of the venue types you might like to consider for your project.

• Film Shoots – Behind the Lens. No matter whether you're filming a drama, a comedy, a horror flick, or a TV commercial, it's easy to find industrial locations in London and right across the country that can bring a unique look to your scenes.

• Birthday Parties – Big Birthday Bash. An industrial location might not be the first setting you think of when you search for a birthday party venue, but an industrial event space like Creative Industrial/Workshop Communal Spaces has everything you need for a memorable celebration.

• Fitness Bootcamps – Raise Your Heart Rate. Put a dedicated team of fitness enthusiasts through their paces with a rough and ready bootcamp in a spacious industrial property.

• Photo Shoots – Special Shots. Deliver memorable images for your clients when you host a fashion or marketing shoot against the raw, edgy, and slightly menacing backdrop of an abandoned warehouse.

• Concerts – Feel the Beat. Whether it's an ear-splitting punk gig or a DJ spinning club tunes, many industrial spaces are perfectly suited to late-night music events.

Industrial Location Must-haves

What features should you look for in an industrial property? Keep an eye out for the following relevant features when comparing industrial spaces.

The mood of the space is critical. It's not just about how the industrial setting looks, it's about the sort of emotions it evokes in the audience. From abandoned and derelict to open and airy, each industrial property has its own distinctive character that will need to match your project needs or business goals.

The location and ease of access are key factors. Think about the logistics of your shoot when comparing industrial spaces. Does the location have private parking? Is it accessible via public transport? Can your crew and all their gear enjoy easy access? Are there bathrooms, green rooms, and dressing rooms available on-site at the location? Make a checklist of all your must-have features, so you have a clear idea of what to look for when searching for a venue.

The price must be right. Make sure you only find industrial locations that fit well within your price range. Use the price filter on the Giggster app to limit search results to business locations that suit your budget, and compare property listing data and images to find your perfect space.

Things to Consider When Renting an Industrial Venue

UK industrial spaces can bring a memorable look and feel to any production, but that doesn't mean they're ideal for your film shoot. Check out the pros and cons before you decide if this property type is right for you.

Advantages

• You can find industrial locations to suit all types of creative projects in cities right across the UK.

• Warehouses, workshops, lofts, gyms, and much more—there's a wonderfully diverse range of commercial and residential properties to choose from.

• Industrial settings bring real-world grit and authenticity to any scene, helping to increase the believability of your production and the emotional impact it has on your audience.

Disadvantages

• The best industrial spaces book out quickly, so you might not get the venue you want if you don't get yourself organised early and book well in advance.

• If your filming involves any firearms, fireworks, or stunts, you'll need to do your due diligence to work out if you need to apply for any permits.

• Large industrial spaces are expensive to book, so you may need to increase your venue hire budget if you're going to find industrial locations that meet all your needs.

Budgeting for an Industrial Venue Rental

Film industry experts will tell you that a successful shoot requires a whole lot of careful planning and due diligence. You'll also need to be disciplined to ensure that you stick to a budget, which is where these handy budgeting tips can help with managing your money.

Do you need parking and transportation?

When considering all the logistics of your shoot, one of the key factors you'll need to consider is whether the space has private parking or whether you'll need to add street parking costs as a regular expense. Transportation costs could also blow out if your filming location is a long way from the city center or not well served by public transport.

Research the filming permits you'll need.

While some basic shoots will require little in the way of permits, more complex or dangerous projects—especially those that involve filming in public places—may require permits. If your production will disrupt traffic if it is filmed on City Corporation private property or bridges, or if it will feature items such as replica firearms or potentially hazardous special effects, make sure you're aware of permit requirements wherever you're shooting and leave room in your spending plan to cover extra costs.

Make room for cleaning costs.

Of all the suppliers you need to book for your UK film shoot, professional cleaners are often the easiest to overlook. You'll no doubt want to leave any industrial spaces you hire in the exact same state as you found them, so be sure to get in an experienced cleaning and maintenance company once the shoot wraps up to ensure that the property owners are happy customers.

Get Creative: Industrial Venue Rentals With Giggster

Take your next production to another level with a great filming location, such as a very unique railway taproom or a private club with brick walls that stand out and inspire. Find industrial locations on the Giggster app today and start planning every last aspect of your shoot.