Coming soon - Eastbrook Studios

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On behalf of the new owners and operators of the Eastbrook Studios in Dagenham, we would like to thank you for the support and interest you have shown in our studios so far. The positive public support has been quite overwhelming.

As you know, our ambition is to build a world class centre for film and TV here in Dagenham. It will offer unrivalled facilities for the biggest and best international movie-makers, and generate new industries and opportunities for the whole of east London.

Over the last six months we've been working with architects and industry experts to finalise our designs and ensure that we can offer a comprehensive suite of flexible spaces, equipped with the state-of-the-art infrastructure that this highly competitive industry needs.

We received planning permission from the council for our final studio designs in the Autumn 2021 and building work on the main section of our new studio complex is about to commence. Our ground preparation contractors are now on site, and we expect construction of the main studios to start in the Summer 2022 and complete December 2023.

We'd like to hear your views on the area in front of the studios

We have now finalised our plans for the area you see as you look at the site from Dagenham East tube station at the junction of Rainham Road South and Yewtree Avenue. This was not included in the original planning permission.

We intend to use this site as a ‘backlot’. A backlot is a vitally important part of every major film studio. The backlot is used in a variety of different ways, which vary over time depending on the needs of each production. It will generally be used for the construction of film sets and filming.

This space will give the flexibility that film producers need and will ensure that our facilities remain the best in class for decades to come. We will manage this area carefully to minimise any impact on local residents.

Facing on to the road, we will build an eye-catching new sign announcing the site and directing visitors to the studios. We will also plant bushes and landscaping to make this an attractive and more welcoming entrance.

We will erect screening to provide privacy and security for the site and to minimise any impact on neighbours or passers-by.

An artist's impression of what it would look like is below.

We intend to submit a planning application for this backlot in the spring.

If you have any comments or suggestions, we would be very pleased to hear them. Post your comments here.

On behalf of the new owners and operators of the Eastbrook Studios in Dagenham, we would like to thank you for the support and interest you have shown in our studios so far. The positive public support has been quite overwhelming.

As you know, our ambition is to build a world class centre for film and TV here in Dagenham. It will offer unrivalled facilities for the biggest and best international movie-makers, and generate new industries and opportunities for the whole of east London.

Over the last six months we've been working with architects and industry experts to finalise our designs and ensure that we can offer a comprehensive suite of flexible spaces, equipped with the state-of-the-art infrastructure that this highly competitive industry needs.

We received planning permission from the council for our final studio designs in the Autumn 2021 and building work on the main section of our new studio complex is about to commence. Our ground preparation contractors are now on site, and we expect construction of the main studios to start in the Summer 2022 and complete December 2023.

We'd like to hear your views on the area in front of the studios

We have now finalised our plans for the area you see as you look at the site from Dagenham East tube station at the junction of Rainham Road South and Yewtree Avenue. This was not included in the original planning permission.

We intend to use this site as a ‘backlot’. A backlot is a vitally important part of every major film studio. The backlot is used in a variety of different ways, which vary over time depending on the needs of each production. It will generally be used for the construction of film sets and filming.

This space will give the flexibility that film producers need and will ensure that our facilities remain the best in class for decades to come. We will manage this area carefully to minimise any impact on local residents.

Facing on to the road, we will build an eye-catching new sign announcing the site and directing visitors to the studios. We will also plant bushes and landscaping to make this an attractive and more welcoming entrance.

We will erect screening to provide privacy and security for the site and to minimise any impact on neighbours or passers-by.

An artist's impression of what it would look like is below.

We intend to submit a planning application for this backlot in the spring.

If you have any comments or suggestions, we would be very pleased to hear them. Post your comments here.

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  • Share I would like information to have a business opportunity within the studios. We are an events company , catering and a licensed bar our cuisine is international, we also offer international cuisine with a our plant based vegan option. on Facebook Share I would like information to have a business opportunity within the studios. We are an events company , catering and a licensed bar our cuisine is international, we also offer international cuisine with a our plant based vegan option. on Twitter Share I would like information to have a business opportunity within the studios. We are an events company , catering and a licensed bar our cuisine is international, we also offer international cuisine with a our plant based vegan option. on Linkedin Email I would like information to have a business opportunity within the studios. We are an events company , catering and a licensed bar our cuisine is international, we also offer international cuisine with a our plant based vegan option. link

    I would like information to have a business opportunity within the studios. We are an events company , catering and a licensed bar our cuisine is international, we also offer international cuisine with a our plant based vegan option.

    Nicola asked over 2 years ago

    It will be a number of months before we open the studios, so in the meantime the best place to register your interest is on the website of our partners at Film LBBD https://filmbarkinganddagenham.com/

  • Share when will the local community find out when there is jobs available I am unemployed atm but have done some previous still photography for films and it would be amazing to have the opportunity to work in an area I have lived in all my life and stay here on Facebook Share when will the local community find out when there is jobs available I am unemployed atm but have done some previous still photography for films and it would be amazing to have the opportunity to work in an area I have lived in all my life and stay here on Twitter Share when will the local community find out when there is jobs available I am unemployed atm but have done some previous still photography for films and it would be amazing to have the opportunity to work in an area I have lived in all my life and stay here on Linkedin Email when will the local community find out when there is jobs available I am unemployed atm but have done some previous still photography for films and it would be amazing to have the opportunity to work in an area I have lived in all my life and stay here link

    when will the local community find out when there is jobs available I am unemployed atm but have done some previous still photography for films and it would be amazing to have the opportunity to work in an area I have lived in all my life and stay here

    Ashley asked about 3 years ago

    Apologies for the delay in replying to your question.  

    We wanted to give you advance notice that in early March the council will launch a special website that will set out how you can register for the job and business opportunities at the film studios.  So, keep a look out for the launch at https://filmbarkinganddagenham.com/

    The Eastbrook Studios team

  • Share Will there be any TV and Film jobs I could apply for, for the next coming summer 2022 when Eastbrook Studios will be finished? on Facebook Share Will there be any TV and Film jobs I could apply for, for the next coming summer 2022 when Eastbrook Studios will be finished? on Twitter Share Will there be any TV and Film jobs I could apply for, for the next coming summer 2022 when Eastbrook Studios will be finished? on Linkedin Email Will there be any TV and Film jobs I could apply for, for the next coming summer 2022 when Eastbrook Studios will be finished? link

    Will there be any TV and Film jobs I could apply for, for the next coming summer 2022 when Eastbrook Studios will be finished?

    Fahima asked about 3 years ago

    I'm afraid that it will take until Summer 2023 for the studios to open, but please note that in early March the council will launch a special website that will set out how you can register for the job and business opportunities at the film studios.  So, keep a look out for the launch at https://filmbarkinganddagenham.com/

    The Eastbrook Studios team

  • Share Are there any avenues for possible employment at the studios for a local resident. on Facebook Share Are there any avenues for possible employment at the studios for a local resident. on Twitter Share Are there any avenues for possible employment at the studios for a local resident. on Linkedin Email Are there any avenues for possible employment at the studios for a local resident. link

    Are there any avenues for possible employment at the studios for a local resident.

    Danny Canary asked almost 3 years ago

    Eastbrook Studios will create jobs and business opportunities and it is our ambition to ensure that local people benefit from these. We are working with the council and with Barking and Dagenham College to ensure that local people have the skills and information they need to take up the array of openings as they become available, and have provided a seven figure sum as seed funding for a jobs and training endowment. 

    In early March 2022 the council will launch a special website that will set out how you can register for these opportunities.  So, keep a look out for the launch at https://filmbarkinganddagenham.com/

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