2 min readWithin the last 10 years, Manchester has become the media hub of the North, as we continue to see more Soap Operas, independent shows and big Netflix hits be filmed in and around the city. With the likes of Coronation Street originating from the North and being the longest-running Television Soap Opera in the world, to more recent popular shows like Peaky Blinders, it has become a great filming spot for up and coming soaps and dramas.
Below we bring you 5 of Manchester's top filming locations and the famous shows that have been filmed there:
The beautiful design of Manchester Town Hall has been used for sets in Sherlock Holmes, The Iron Lady, Crimson Petal and the White, Peaky Blinders, Last Tango in Halifax, Victor Frankenstein, Foyle’s War Series 8, The Making of a Lady and Ripper Street Series 3.
The Northern Quarter's unique character makes it a popular backdrop for film and TV dramas. It has appeared in Captain America: The First Avenger, Cucumber & Banana, Sherlock Holmes, From There to Here, The Driver, Boy Meets Girl, No Offence, Fresh Meat, Mount Pleasant and others.
Formerly an industrial hub, Castlefield has been used for sets in A Monster Calls, Accused, Sherlock Holmes, Coronation Street, That Day We Sang, Banana, No Offence, Prey, Scott & Bailey and Skins.
A Gothic masterpiece which has been used in a variety of productions including Peaky Blinders, Fresh Meat, and Foyle’s War and upcoming The Limehouse Golem feature film.
Despite closing in 1993, the grade II listed Victoria Baths is still a popular attraction for visitors to Manchester. It is also a popular backdrop for television productions and has featured in Peaky Blinders (pictured), No Offence, Eric and Ernie, Mrs Biggs, Bedlam and Casualty 1909.
