Filming Venue Hire in London
Set the scene somewhere with history, scale and more than a few good angles. Tobacco Dock is a distinctive filming venue in London, with industrial architecture, striking spaces, outdoor areas and flexible rooms ready for productions of all shapes and sizes. From adverts and music videos to TV shows, films, interviews, branded content and photo shoots, our 16,000 sqm venue gives crews plenty of room to capture the right backdrop.
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Extended Access Times
Standard access from 07:00-01:00 supports long filming days, with early starts and late finishes built into the standard hire window.
Variety of Space
A diverse mix of interiors, courtyards and architectural details provides multiple filming environments within one venue.
Flexible Capacities
From intimate shoots to large scale productions, flexible spaces can accommodate different crew sizes, sets and production requirements.
Production Parking
A multi-storey car park directly opposite the venue provides convenient parking for crew, cast, suppliers and large production vehicles.
On-Site Facilities
Essential facilities including toilets, catering areas and production spaces are on site, keeping filming logistics simple and self-contained.
A London Filming Venue Made for Character
Looking for venues for filming in London with more personality than a plain studio? Tobacco Dock combines exposed brickwork, timber beams, vaulted spaces, cobbled walkways and historic industrial architecture with practical access for production teams.
Whether you need a period setting, industrial backdrop, modern interior or glass-fronted space that can double as a shopping mall, our spaces give you the flexibility to build around your production brief.
Filming Venue Capacity
Whether you’re planning a small content shoot or a larger production with cast, crew, equipment and holding areas, Tobacco Dock offers spaces to suit your setup. Flexible spaces can be configured for make-up, wardrobe, production offices, holding areas, equipment storage and wider crew requirements.
Everything Your Filming Project Needs in One Venue
A smooth shoot needs more than a good-looking location. It needs access, power, holding space, connectivity and a team who understand the moving parts behind the scenes. Tobacco Dock can support productions with loading access, nearby parking, power, lighting, rigging, Wi-Fi, catering, security and practical spaces for cast, crew and equipment.
WHERE IS TOBACCO DOCK LOCATED?
Tobacco Dock is located in the heart of East London’s entrepreneurial hub, centrally located between Bank and Canary Wharf.
Easily accessible from both in and outside of London, located on the border of Zone 1 and 2. Our closest stations are Wapping (Overground) and Shadwell (Overground and DLR) stations.
Filming Venue FAQs
Can Tobacco Dock be hired as a filming venue?
Yes. Tobacco Dock can be hired for filming, photo shoots, adverts, TV projects, films, music videos, interviews and branded content.
What types of filming can Tobacco Dock support?
The venue can support film shoots, television, commercials, music videos, social content, corporate filming, interviews, product shoots and creative productions.
Is Tobacco Dock a historic filming venue?
Yes. Tobacco Dock’s is a historic venue with industrial architecture, exposed brickwork, timber beams, and vaulted spaces.
Can Tobacco Dock work as a period filming venue?
Yes. The venue’s historic interiors, cobbled walkways and industrial architecture can work well for period filming, depending on the scene, styling and production requirements.
Are there modern filming spaces too?
Yes. Alongside its historic areas, Tobacco Dock has modern spaces, glass-fronted rooms, rooftop views and adaptable interiors that can be styled for contemporary shoots.
Can Tobacco Dock be used as a shopping mall location?
Yes. The venue’s previous life as a shopping centre means some areas include glass shop frontages and signage opportunities, making it possible to create mall-style filming setups.
Does the venue have outdoor filming spaces?
Yes. Tobacco Dock has open air internal courtyards, and the fully outdoor Quayside Walkway.
Is there parking for production crews?
Yes. Tobacco Dock benefits from an adjacent car park with more than 500 spaces, making it practical for crew, client and production vehicle access.
Is there a loading bay?
Yes. The venue has loading access to support production equipment, set pieces and filming logistics.
Can we use several spaces for one shoot?
Yes of course. Productions can hire a combination of our spaces for different scenes, crew holding, wardrobe and production offices.
Where is Tobacco Dock located?
Tobacco Dock is located in Wapping, London, within easy reach of the City, Canary Wharf, Tower Bridge and wider London transport links. Please see our Location page for more details.
How do I enquire about filming venue hire?
We love a phone call, so encourage you to pick up the phone to our team on 0207 680 4001. Alternatively, please use the ENQUIRY FORM and our team will get straight back to you.