Applying to film in Thanet couldn't be easier

For permission to film on Thanet District Council land, simply:

• Apply using our online Filming Application form

Once received, we can confirm the cost of filming in Thanet and provide any relevant advice you may need, for example parking or road closures.

What then?

The completion of our film location request form does not mean that permission to film has been granted, it simply assists us in assessing your requirements and communicating your needs to the relevant departments across the Council.

Once we are satisfied that all the criteria has been met, filming permission will be sent to you in writing.

Filming Charges

Although there are no charges made for film location enquiries, once your film location request has been received, it will be assessed and a cost advised.   Please note that filming requests with short notice will be subject to an additional charge.

Our charges are flexible and can depend on the type of shoot taking place. For example, charges do not apply for student or community filming, news interviews or sound recording - but you will still need to apply for filming permission and provide the relevant insurance documents and risk assessments.

Do you need help with your location enquiry?

The staff who deal with our film location enquiries are here to help you.  They can advise you on a variety of topics from what hotels are available to facilities on our beaches.  They will also liaise with the various departments within the Council to assist you with your filming.

Keeping in contact

It’s vital that you keep us up to date on all your filming needs, but it also advisable to contact the local emergency services:

Thanet Police - 01843 222095
Kent Ambulance - 01622 747010
Kent Coastguard - 01304 361881
QEQM Margate Hospital Media Office: 01843 225544 Ex: 73841

We also have links to a range of other organisations or unique services in Thanet, so if you need to find a service from people to interview to historical societies, simply ask and we will do our best to help!

Marketing & Communications

Email: press.office@thanet.gov.uk

Phone: 01843 577050

Other useful Links:

To find out about accommodation, location maps, beaches and events visit our Tourism website

For information about tide times, events at our marina or information about Ramsgate Royal Harbour visit our Ramsgate Marina website

To find out more about filming, funding and support in the South East visit the Screensouth website

E-mail: press.office@thanet.gov.uk

Tel: 01843 577050