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Nottingham Studios – Kings Meadow Campus
A unique investment opportunity: Revitalising the East Midlands’ film and television industry
Invest in Nottingham (the inward investment arm of Marketing Nottingham and Nottinghamshire) are proud to present an exceptional investment opportunity that has the potential to reignite the film and television sector in the East Midlands.
This prime site, formerly known as the East Midlands Television Centre—later as Television House and Carlton Studios—has a rich heritage in media production and now stands ready for redevelopment into a premier TV and film studio facility.
Strategically located on the boundary of Nottingham city centre, this state-of-the-art television studio complex, originally constructed in 1982, was built to broadcast-grade specifications and remains in remarkable condition, having been carefully maintained while mothballed for several years.
Key facts
Key investment highlights:
- Expansive 14-acre site: Offering substantial space for large-scale productions, with a five-acre building footprint designed specifically for film and television use
- High-spec studio facilities: The site is pre-configured with 5 studios, including a dedicated soundstage, and approximately 60,000 ft² of office space
- Comprehensive amenities: On-site café, gym, and 400 car parking spaces, ensuring a well-supported operational environment for production teams
- No planning barriers: The site remains zoned for media production, allowing immediate commencement of film and TV activities without the need for planning permissions or structural modifications
An unmatched ecosystem for film and TV production
Nottinghamshire is home to a thriving creative ecosystem, offering unparalleled access to industry talent, production resources and digital innovation hubs. This investment capitalizes on:
- A strong pipeline of creative talent: With world-class institutions such as the Confetti Institute of Creative Technologies, the University of Nottingham’s Virtual Immersive Production (VIP) Studio and the Digital Transformations Hub (DTH), the region is producing a new generation of skilled professionals in film, TV and digital production
- Established industry networks: Nottingham is already home to renowned production organizations, BAFTA-winning drama groups and specialized TV casting services, providing an embedded infrastructure to support large-scale productions
- Connectivity to a broader media landscape: The site’s central UK location ensures excellent transport links to major production hubs, making it a viable alternative to the oversubscribed studios in London and Manchester
A vision for the future
With the right investment, this studio complex has the potential to be a leading production hub in the UK, driving regional economic growth, attracting international productions and positioning Nottinghamshire at the forefront of the film and TV industry.
This is more than an acquisition—it’s a strategic investment in the future of British filmmaking.
Investment location
Why invest in Nottingham?
Nottingham is a city with a rich past and a bright future. A city of leaders and legacy, known for its resilience, its compassion and its community spirit– just like its hero, Robin Hood. A city where you’ll find the legend of its outlaw hero and a thousand years of history at Nottingham Castle a stone’s throw from state-of-the-art developments emerging in Southside, Waterside and the Island Quarter. A place that’s on a mission to become the UK’s first carbon-neutral city by 2028, with unprecedented levels of investment in an award-winning clean and green public transport system, electric vehicles and sustainable energy sources. A vibrant clash of creativity and culture, history and heritage, and world-class sports. A city where you’ll find independent shops, world cuisine and a thriving nightlife buzzing within the curious alleyways, boutique arcades and beautiful architecture. And two world-class universities nurturing innovation and independent minds, while a growing business scene secures their future. A place that’s always moving forward while celebrating its past. The biggest small city in the UK, nestled in the heart of the Midlands.
Insight for investors
- Type of investment sought: Development partner, investment, joint venture, occupiers
- Value and cost info: £9m GDV
- Site size: 5.6 hectares
- Jobs: 400
- Timescale: Current opportunity
- Planning status: Full planning permission