Amazing London Views for Your Next Shoot

For photographers, finding the right location can make all the difference in capturing a captivating image. With its iconic skyline and diverse architectural styles, London provides countless opportunities for unique and striking photographs.

Beyond the familiar street-level shots, the city offers elevated vantage points that give a fresh perspective on its well-known landmarks. We highlight some prime locations for hire, each offering views of London. These shoot locations are ideal for photo shoots and filming and promise to bring a distinctive edge to your work.

City View Locations

 

Bladon

Location: London, EC1

A large bright white apartment location with lots of natural light.

Bladon - City View Location of London - Shootfactory

The main feature is the huge roof terrace of over 1000 sqft, with spectacular views of the London skyline, including the Gherkin, The Shard and St Pauls. The deck has modern white outdoor furniture, plenty of greenery, and bespoke lighting.

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Cross

Location: London, N1

Spanning over 6 floors, this luxurious 8000 sqft venue is in the heart of King’s Cross.

Cross - City View Location of London - Shootfactory

The location boasts incredible spaces including a club, bar, restaurant, private dining and a stunning rooftop.

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Lightship

Location: London, E16

The ship offers different environments with distinctive feels, ranging from the raw riveted steel of the former machine room to the cosy spaces of the gallery and mess room.

Lightship - City View London of London - Shootfactory

The crew’s cabins have been preserved with their original furnishings. There are many original features on the 2 inch teak deck including bitts, ropes, and steel chain. The tower and wheelhouse offer spectacular views over the river Thames and the Millennium Dome.

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Dockland

Location: London, E16

A 10000 sqft network of club spaces with a ceiling height of 3.6m. The main room holds a personalised Funktion-One sound system and a full spectrum of club lighting, as well as a long bar. The space looks minimal/industrial, with black walls and concrete floors, and scaffolding/wire mesh details.

Dockland - City View Location of London - Shootfactory

These outdoor spaces have the backdrop of Canning Town’s industrial landscape and docklands, with financial tower blocks in the distance.

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Mayfair

Location: London, W1S

Elegant Mayfair gallery space located on the first floor of a grade II building in prime Mayfair. The gallery is awash in natural light, and is just steps from Sotheby’s, Vogue House, and the luxury shops of Bond Street.

Mayfair - City View Location of London - Shootfactory

Roof access is available on request; with panoramic views of Central London as an ideal cityscape backdrop.

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Rosebery Loft

Location: London, EC1R

An open plan 3,000 sq ft venue on the doorstep of Exmouth Market in Clerkenwell.

Rosebery Loft - City View Location of London - Shootfactory

The warehouse loft has exposed brick walls, high ceilings, industrial windows, lots of natural light, green plants, soft furniture and characteristic beams in the ceiling.

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Union

Location: London, N1

Modern location apartment with floor to ceiling windows, white resin floors.

Union - City View Location of London - Shootfactory

Industrial look and feel with modern kitchen-diner.

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Southwark Penthouse

Location: London, SE1

A spacious blank canvas boasting views overlooking the famous city skyline and The Shard.

Southwark Penthouse - City View Location of London - Shootfactory

Located on the 5th floor and with direct lift access, there is both South and North facing balconies, stunning concrete walls, floor to ceiling windows and a solid stone floor.

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