Filming and venue hire
An unforgettable backdrop
Our 26-acre site (equivalent to around 20 football fields) is the perfect location for your next project, whether that’s to film the next award-winning drama series or to host a corporate event that your clients will never forget.
Filming
Are you looking for your next filming location?
We offer a wide range of settings and facilities to accommodate productions of all sizes. Our 26-acre site provides ample parking space for your unit base, ensuring a seamless and convenient setup for your crew.
We also provide comfortable and well-equipped green rooms, allowing your team to focus on their creative process in a supportive environment.
For more information, please contact our Filming Team at [email protected]
venue hire
At Black Country Living Museum, history isn’t just a backdrop; it’s part of the experience. With a range of meeting spaces, excellent in-house catering, and access to 300 years of history, our dedicated Corporate Hospitality Team will work with you to build your perfect package.
For more information, please contact our Venue Hire team at [email protected]
Virtual tour
Explore the Museum’s 26 acres and discover our translocated and recreated workshops, homes and shops, and modern Visitor Centre.
important information
For more information regarding filming enquires, please email [email protected]
For more information regarding venue hire enquires, please email [email protected]
Please allow 3-5 working days for a response from one of our team.
Address: Black Country Living Museum, Tipton Road, Dudley DY1 4SQ.
Based in Dudley, the Museum is centrally located in the UK, just eight miles from Birmingham and only three miles from the M5 and M6.
We are one mile from Tipton Station, which is on the Birmingham to Wolverhampton line, operated by West Midlands Railway. Plan your journey and check train timetables using the National Rail website or by calling 08457 48 49 50.
The Museum has two car parks, with electric vehicle charging points for 13 vehicles.
Please download and read our photography regulations before making an enquiry.
Please download and read our filming regulations before making an enquiry.
“Everyone who attended was extremely complimentary about the facilities – most of our guests had not visited the museum in some considerable time, and had not realised just how far you’ve come in the past few years.”
– Belinda H, Talbots Law
“What a venue! The projector and speaker system was first rate and wow was the room set up perfectly! Absolutely loved that you guys got the brief and there was zero to change anywhere!”
– Elizabeth A, mfg Solicitors
“All staff present were friendly, helpful and went out of their way to make the visit as interesting and realistic to the period as possible.”
-Simon R, GE Vernova
Words do not fully express how impressed and grateful I am for BCLM being the amazing location to celebrate our anniversary.”
-Roy T, CEO Malthouse Engineering
There are a range of chain hotels, restaurants and a large leisure complex within 10 minutes walking distance of the Museum.
Please note, we are not currently accepting requests for coursework-related filming from students.