Mature parkland, open grassland and woodland, 7000 acres of hireable opportunity
The core parkland at Woodhall Locations covers approximately 400 acres of open and semi-open ground, with established trees, ha-ha boundaries and grassland.
The landscape reads as a managed English country estate, appropriate for period productions and TV from the 18th century onward, as well as contemporary drama, documentary and commercial work requiring open green space within easy reach of London.
Open Parklands
The parklands feature wide expanses of open grassland with specimen oak, cedar and chestnut trees. Sight lines extend sometimes for miles or more in multiple directions.
There is minimal modern intrusion; agricultural buildings and road infrastructure can typically be excluded from the frame or partially concealed with dressing.
Formal Gardens
The Large Country Manor House is complete with formal gardens, with a historic Walled Garden just a stones through away, too.
These areas are well-suited to period drama, fashion shoots, stills photography and commercial work requiring a manicured, structured setting.
Woodlands
The estate includes several hundred acres of mixed woodland, with established paths and natural clearings. This environment is ideal for atmospheric sequences, woodland interiors and scenes requiring cover, such as military or action work. Seasonal canopy changes across spring, summer and autumn provide distinct visual variations within the same locations.
Access and Logistics
Woodhall Locations can comfortably accommodate large unit bases on site, with excellent vehicle access for technical vehicles and support trucks and multiple parking areas for cast, crew and equipment.
The estate is conveniently accessible from London and the M25, and the estate team is available to assist with recce planning and shoot logistics.
How large is the parkland available for filming?
The core parkland covers approximately 400 acres of open and semi-open ground, with the wider Woodhall Estate spanning 7,000 acres in total, giving productions a huge range of terrain to work with.
What types of landscape are available?
The estate offers open grassland, mature woodland, formal gardens, ha-ha boundaries and specimen trees including oak, cedar and chestnut. The overall character reads as a classic managed English country estate.
What period or genre of production is the parkland suited to?
The landscape is appropriate for period productions from the 18th century onward, as well as contemporary drama, documentary, commercials and fashion shoots requiring open green space.
How close is Woodhall Estate to London?
The estate is located near Watton-at-Stone, Hertfordshire, well within easy reach of London for cast, crew and equipment and often just over an hour away via car.
Is modern infrastructure visible in frame?
Modern intrusion is minimal. Agricultural buildings and road infrastructure can typically be excluded from the shot or partially concealed with set dressing.
Can the location be used for vehicle access and unit base parking?
The site has unit base and logistics options, see the dedicated Unit Bases & Logistics section of the website for details on access roads, parking and facilities.
How do I enquire about availability and pricing?
You can get in touch via the Discuss Your Requirements page.
Can I get a lookbook or location scout pack?
Yes, you can request a Locations Lookbook HERE to share with your director or production designer ahead of a recce.