Aberdeen is a visually stunning city of sparkling grey granite architecture, majestic spires, leafy boulevards and open sky cityscapes, wide sandy beaches and stunning parkland. Steeped in its routes of medieval trading, the city that has transformed itself into the Global Energy Hub of today has all the attributes of a prosperous well connected city. Only an hour's flight from London, Aberdeen has direct flights to 45 destinations, has main line rail and road connections and is also the main ferry port for the northern isles. With over 6,000 beds available in the region, accommodation choices range from 5 star to boutique style rooms.
For filmmakers Aberdeen is a unique venue awash with tantalizing architecture for stunning film backdrops. The city beach stretches as far as the eye can see, enjoys spectacular sunrises and amazing surf. Cathedrals and exquisite civic buildings offer historic interior venues and several public gardens can accommodate up to 20,000 for outdoor crowd scenes.
For filming in Aberdeen the city enjoys clear light for filming, is often graced by the spectacular aurora borealis and enjoys daylight until 11pm in the summer months. On the doorstep of the city is a land of fairy tale castles, whisky distilleries, salmon fishing rivers, the tallest mountain range in the UK and an expansive coastline of cliffs, fishing villages and beaches.
For any filming in the city on public land contact Aberdeen City Council. We can offer advice to film producers on locations, licenses and permissions, safety advice, finding accommodation, catering, cast, crew and transport.
For advice on filming outside the city contact the Aberdeen City and Shire Film Office. The film office is supported by Aberdeenshire Council, Aberdeen City Council and Scottish Enterprise Grampian.
Contact [email protected] or download the Film Aberdeen Application Form now.
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