The Main Studio

The Main Studio is the beating heart of Big Shed. Spanning 3,000 sq ft, it offers a large infinity cove,
high ceilings, and flexible rigging options. This space is perfect for commercials, TV shows, music
videos, photography campaigns, and live productions. Designed with versatility in mind, it’s the go-to
choice for projects that demand scale and flexibility.

The Main Studio is the beating heart of Big Shed. Spanning 3,000 sq ft, it offers a large infinity cove, high ceilings, and flexible rigging options. This space is perfect for commercials, TV shows, music videos, photography campaigns, and live productions. Designed with versatility in mind, it’s the go-to choice for projects that demand scale and flexibility.

Still, film and video creators love the space, access
and facilities of the main studio here at Big Shed.

Still, film and video creators love the space, access and facilities of the main studio here at Big Shed.

Camera/shooting positions for the Main Studio include “The Cage” – a unique feature of the Big Shed – plus the ability to shoot from several positions on the
Mezzanine Studio down into the Main Studio.

See images of the Main Studio being used to it’s full
potential for a variety of shoots below.

See images of the Main Studio being used to it’s full potential for a variety of shoots below.

Links to downloadable PDF’s are available on the home page giving comprehensive information on studio dimensions, shooting guides and lighting tracks.

How big is it?

14.63m wide x 14.1m deep x 4.87m high (48ft x 46ft x 16ft).

How big is the access door to the studio?

The roller shutter door to the main studio is 4m high x 3.46m wide (13ft 1in x 11ft 4in) – in other words, a very big truck tractor unit will fit through easily!

Can I get a big coach or truck into the studio?

Yes, you can, check out the gallery to actually see coaches, trucks and other amazingly big things being shot in the studio here.

Gallery of projects shot in the main studio

Hire the Main Studio Today

Book Manchester’s largest creative space for your next production. With full facilities and flexible packages, the Main Studio is ready for TV, film, photography, and more.