Elstree Studios, film and television production facility on Shenley Road, Borehamwood, Hertfordshire
Elstree Studios is a film and television production facility in Borehamwood with multiple large sound stages and workshop buildings used for constructing sets and recording scenes. The site contains specialized spaces with high ceilings and expansive floors that can accommodate productions ranging from small television dramas to large-scale film projects.
The studios were founded in 1914 as Neptune Studios and became an important center for British film production throughout the 20th century. Following several changes in ownership, including ATV and later the BBC in 1983, it now operates as BBC Elstree Centre and continues to produce well-known television and film works.
The studios serve as a working center for British television and film production, shaping entertainment that reaches audiences across the country. Visitors can see the physical spaces where stories are created and the everyday work that goes into making the shows and films people watch at home.
Visitors should know that the location consists of large production halls that reveal little from the outside but contain complex sets and equipment inside. It is advisable to book guided tours if you want an authentic look at active productions and the history of the studios.
The studio is famous for hosting large blockbuster films such as Star Wars and Indiana Jones, with scenes shot in massive production halls that build entire worlds. The music video for Queen's Bohemian Rhapsody was also produced on one of its stages, showing the range of projects created here.
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