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Crews planning to visit Britain for a travel and tourism story should, in the first instance, contact their local British Tourist Authority (BTA) office. BTA overseas offices also have considerable broadcast-quality footage that film crews can use, free of copyright and at minimal cost.
Points to bear in mind when planning your itinerary:
- Give plenty of notice, at least six weeks
- Plan your filming schedule carefully
- Keep your crew small, using hand-held equipment if possible
- Have correct documentation, ie international carnet and insurance. For further information about insurance, use the search functions of the following websites (typing ‘insurance companies’):
- www.theknowledgeonline.com
- www.kays.co.uk
- Bring a mobile phone
- Using a driver or guide can save you time by giving advice and taking your crew to the best locations.
- There is no general permit for filming in the street in Britain
- All interior filming must be set up by appointment
- Should you be interested in filming at Historic Royal Palaces, eg Hampton Court, Kensington Palace, Tower of London, contact should be made via website www.hrp.org.uk - click on the “press news” link on the home page.
ADVICE FOR ROYAL AND CELEBRITY FILMING
You cannot film within the precincts of Buckingham Palace, Kensington Palace or Windsor Castle. Exteriors of Buckingham Palace can be taken from the Queen Victoria Memorial. Permits for this can be obtained by contacting Alistair MacDonald at the Royal Parks, Tel +44 (0)20 7298 2100.
The Trooping the Colour Ceremony in June provides an excellent film opportunity for those wanting to portray a traditional royal occasion. You should apply in writing to: Brigade Major, HQ London District, Horseguards, Whitehall, London SW1A 2AX. Email: londistmediaops@btinternet.com Tel +44 (0)20 7414 2479 Fax +44 (0)20 7414 2352.
Members of the Royal Family do not generally give interviews, the first point of contact is the Buckingham Palace Press Office direct, Tel +44 (0)20 7930 4832 Fax +44 (0)20 7321 0380.
Celebrities, The Spotlight has a database of celebrities and their agents. Contact The Spotlight on: Email info@spotlightcd.com Tel +44 (0)20 7437 7631 or visit www.spotlightcd.com
Further details on every aspect of film-making in the UK can be found on the British Film Commission website: www.bfc.co.uk The British Film Commission has a network of regional offices, which can help with everything from locations to technical crew and equipment.
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