We know our customers love our award-winning Sky Originals like Chernobyl and our investment in Sky Studios Elstree will enable us to bring more unique stories to more viewers. Subject to planning consent the 32-acre development is expected to open in 2022 and will be able to facilitate the production of several films and TV shows simultaneously, with each of the 14 sound stages covering over 20,000 sqft. The full-time roles will include a significant number of production jobs alongside roles supporting the running of the studio’s operations. Sky Studios Elstree will become home to a host of Sky Originals, created by Sky Studios, as well as major film productions from Universal Pictures and others. Over 2000 new jobs and £3bn production investment in UK creative sector expected in first five years alone, • Sky Studios Elstree to become a leading European studio with 14 stages and cutting-edge tech It will be known as Sky Studios Elstree… Sky Studios Elstree will have 14 stages, the smallest of which will be 1,800 sq metres, with enough space to shoot several films and TV shows at the same time. The Planning Inspectorate Sky Studios CFO Caroline Cooper said during the meeting that this was a "once in a lifetime" development which will create a "British Hollywood" in Elstree. Located 20 minutes from the heart of London, Elstree Studios is without doubt London’s No.1 studio for any film or television production, tour rehearsal or promo. The facility will be built at Rowley Lane, located close to the existing Elstree Studios.The new studios are expected to open in 2022, and will provide production space for Sky's original content as well as film and TV productions from NBCUniversal, which is owned by Sky's parent company Comcast. Sky Studios Elstree. The new state-of-the-art film and TV studio, Sky Studios Elstree, has been given the go-ahead, as work to clear the site looks set to begin. Retrieved 27 May 2020. Sky is also committed to supporting the next generation of young and diverse creative talent and will use Sky Studios Elstree to build on its existing work. The £400 million development, which will be located a short distance from the existing Elstree Studios, will create more than 2,000 jobs (900 during the construction phase and 1,500 when the studio is operational). Sky today announces its intention to invest in building a new 32-acre, state-of-the-art TV and film studio at Elstree, north London, home to the world-renowned Elstree Studios. Building on the success of critically-acclaimed Sky originals including Emmy-nominated Chernobyl, Bafta-winning Patrick Melrose and international hits Babylon Berlin and Riviera, Sky Studios is the new creative home of Sky Originals with over 50 original programmes in production across Europe including The Third Day with Jude Law, ZeroZeroZero from the makers of Gomorrah and The New Pope directed by Academy Award-winning director Paolo Sorrentino. It will be about a third bigger than the plans to build a Hollywood-style studio complex in Dagenham East, which have stalled after the developer put its plans on hold. Sky Studios Elstree has received the green light to proceed with construction works following a unanimous decision last night (8 July) by Hertsmere Borough Council.. Legal & General are in the process of finalising a detailed design of the scheme and expect to submit a formal planning application early next year. This investment is a great match for backing our UK pension promises. This presents a fantastic opportunity to strengthen our creative industries in Hertsmere and build on our proud film and television heritage in the Borough. The full-time roles will include a significant number of production jobs alongside roles supporting the running of the studio… The full-time roles will include a significant number of production jobs alongside roles supporting the running of the studio… It will provide significant capacity for Sky Studios to produce more original content in-house, while continuing to work with independent production companies across Europe. Once complete, the site will include production offices, a set construction workshop, a screening cinema and state-of-the-art post-production and digital facilities. The managing director of content for Sky UK has said the company remains "committed" to building its major new TV and film studio in Borehamwood, despite the coronavirus pandemic. Sky announces its intention to invest in building a new 32-acre, state-of-the-art TV and film studio at Elstree, just north of London, home to the world-renowned Elstree Studios. “Above all, this is a moment of huge pride for our residents and businesses. The 32-acre Sky Studios Elstree, off Rowley Lane, near the A1, will will house 14 stages and cutting-edge technology, subject to planning permission. Sky Studios Elstree will become home to the best-loved films and TV shows of the future, championing British creativity on the global stage. L&G is thrilled to be playing a supporting role in this major production.”, © 2021 Elstree Film Studios - Web Design by, Elstree Studios congratulates ‘The Crown’ for their 4 Golden Globe wins, Roger Morris, Managing Director of Elstree Studios, celebrates his twelfth successful year, Elstree Studios remembers Barbara Windsor, Production of ‘The Crown’ at Elstree Studios as Series 4 is released on Netflix. Set to open in 2022, Sky Studios Elstree, will become home to a host of Sky Originals, created by Sky Studios, as well as major film productions from Universal Pictures, Focus Features and Working Title, and television series from Universal Studio Group. Sky says it expects that Sky Studios Elstree will become the most sustainable film and TV production site in the world when it opens in 2022. In December 2019, Sky announced plans to develop Sky Studios Elstree. Story: Sky Studios Elstree received planning approval in July 2020 to build a 32-acre, state-of-the-art film and TV studio. Legal & General will be financing and developing the scheme. We use cookies to give you a better service online. The creation of Sky Studios Elstree will provide a new home for Britain’s flourishing creative sector and much needed space for Europe’s brightest talent. And Sky Studios Elstree’s huge production spend will provide a massive boost to the local economy such as retail and leisure sectors and professional services at the heart of our communities in Hertsmere. Legal & General Assurance Society Limited will be applying to the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs for consent under section 38 of the Commons Act 2006 to carry out restricted works on Elstree and Borehamwood Common (within registered unit CL299). The new studio space will also play host to major film productions from Universal Pictures, Focus Features and Working Title, and television series from NBCUniversal Content Studios. Sky Studios invests in the cultural economy and global production sector with equity stakes in production companies in the UK and the US, including Great British Bake-Off creator Love Productions, and the premiere reality crime producer in the US, Jupiter Entertainment, creator of long-running hit Snapped. Sky announces its intention to invest in building a new 32-acre, state-of-the-art TV and film studio at Elstree, just north of London, home to the world-renowned Elstree Studios. The plans were approved subject to a section 106 agreement between Legal & General and the council. Sky Studios launched in June 2019. There will be opportunities for people to see the plans and to comment on the proposals once a formal planning application is submitted.”, Nigel Wilson, CEO of Legal & General Group, said: “The UK is a great place to invest. The project is a joint venture between Sky, NBCUniversal and Legal & General. Retrieved 28 May 2020. We can’t wait to get started.”, Sajida Bijle, Interim Managing Director of Hertsmere Borough Council, said: “Hertsmere Borough Council is delighted by this announcement. The proposed development represents a significant new investment in the UK and European creative economy and will be made with the backing of Sky’s new owner Comcast and in partnership with sister-company NBCUniversal. image caption An artists' impression of Sky's Elstree development, which will have 14 sound stages. Sky announces its intention to invest in building a new 32-acre, state-of-the-art TV and film studio at Elstree, just north of London, home to the world-renowned Elstree Studios. Sky Studios Elstree will not use gas or fossil fuels to power day-to-day running of the site – instead it will source renewable energy with the capability to generate up to 20% of energy on-site through solar energy.. BAM Energy, part of BAM Construct UK, is assisting Sky to maximise the solar energy that is generated and used by the new studios. BAM has been appointed by Legal & General, Sky and NBCUniversal to create Sky Studios; the most sustainable film and TV studio in the world. – generate an additional £3 billion of production investment in the UK’s creative economy over the first five years of operation, from Sky, NBCUniversal and other producers Sky Studios Elstree will lead to the creation of more than 2,000 jobs in the local area, including 900 during the construction phase and 1,500 once the studio is operational. Overall, it is expected that Sky Studios Elstree will lead to the creation of over 2,000 jobs in the local area, including 900 during the construction phase and 1,500 once the studio is operational. Sky Studios Elstree will be situated in the borough of Hertsmere. Sky - the owner of Sky News - has been given the green light to start building a new "state-of-the-art film and TV studio", close to the famous Elstree Studios in Hertfordshire. The creation of Sky Studios Elstree will provide a new home for Britain’s flourishing creative sector and much needed space for Europe’s brightest talent. We are proud to be working with our colleagues at NBCUniversal and Comcast, and our partners Hertsmere Borough Council and L&G to bring this project to life. Sky, the parent firm of Sky News, has announced plans to develop a new 32-acre TV and film studio at Elstree in Hertfordshire, creating up to 2,000 jobs. 3 December 2019. In a huge boost to Britain’s creative sector, the new Sky Studios Elstree will: – lead to the creation of over 2000 new jobs and help fuel the local economy Sky announces its intention to invest in building a new 32-acre, state-of-the-art TV and film studio at Elstree, just north of London, home to the world-renowned Elstree Studios. Together we share a joint vision to create a world-leading production capability that will support the creation of thousands of jobs in the creative sector. – house 14 sound stages and become a new home for the best of British and European creative talent. This scheme would bring significant employment opportunities to the region and put Elstree firmly on the global stage, whilst further enhancing our local film tourism. It will also have capacity to host productions from third party producers. Comcast-owned European broadcaster Sky has secured planning permission to build a major new film and TV studio in Elstree, north London. Legal & General will develop its site and provide financing for the project. Sky is to invest in building a new 32-acre, state-of-the-art TV and film studio at Elstree, just north of London, home to the world-renowned Elstree Studios. Sky announces its intention to invest in building a new 32-acre, state-of-the-art TV and film studio at Elstree, just north of London, home to the world-renowned Elstree Studios. Sky Studios Elstree will lead to the creation of over 2,000 jobs in the local area, including 900 during the construction phase and 1,500 once the studio is operational. The full-time roles will include a significant number of production jobs alongside roles supporting the running of the studio… "Sky Studios Announces Launch Of Production Services Hub, The Hive, In The U.S." Forbes. We are extremely proud that Sky Studios Elstree has chosen to locate near us and we look forward to working closely with them.”, Jeremy Darroch, Group Chief Executive, Sky, said: “Sky Studios Elstree will play a pivotal role in bringing the wealth of UK and European talent and creativity to the world. Sky Studios Elstree will become the most sustainable film and TV production site in the world when it opens in 2022. Overall, it is expected Sky Studios Elstree will lead to the creation of more than 2,000 jobs in the surrounding area, including 900 during the construction phase and 1,500 once the studio is operational. In July 2020, Sky Studios Elstree, the UK’s new state-of-the-art film and TV studio, received the green light to proceed with construction works. Sky Studios Elstree will work in close collaboration with Elstree Studios despite both businesses being managed independently of each other. Overall, it is expected that Sky Studios Elstree will lead to the creation of over 2,000 jobs in the local area, including 900 during the construction phase and 1,500 once the studio is operational. It is expected that Sky Studios Elstree will have the capability to generate 20% of its own energy on site through solar energy. Sky Studios has invested in high quality factual specialists Blast Films and True North Productions; entertainment and format expert Znak & Co (US & UK); natural history producer True to Nature; drama producers The Lighthouse and Longboat Pictures; and growth businesses Sugar Films, Chrysalis Vision, and Talos Films (US). Sky, NBCUniversal and Comcast are global leaders in entertainment which will bring the best out of the UK’s amazing pool of talent. Growing at twice the speed of the economy as a whole and accounting for over two million jobs, our creative industries are a key component of Britain’s bright future. www.skygroup.sky. Sky Studios develops, produces and funds original drama, comedy and documentary for Sky’s 24m customers and beyond. Sky Studios Elstree will have 14 stages, the smallest of which will be 1,800 sq metres, with enough space to shoot several films and TV shows at the same time. Roger Morris, Managing Director, Elstree Studios, said: “Sky Studios Elstree will be of immense importance to the UK Film and Television industry – it will not only boost the local economy of Hertsmere and Hertfordshire, but will also have a major impact on the UK’s creative sector as a whole. The development at Elstree, just north of London, represents a significant investment in the UK and European creative economy and will be made with the backing of Sky’s owner Comcast and in partnership with sister-company NBCUniversal. By using this website or closing this message you agree to our use of cookies. • Significant investment in UK and European talent and creative industry by Sky, NBCUniversal and parent company Comcast, working in partnership with Legal & General.