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28/06/2024

Construction Work Complete At Shinfield Studios

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Construction work is now complete at Shinfield Studios, the largest new film and television studio in the UK.

The state-of-the-art site is now fully operational with 18 soundstages, including two of the biggest in the UK at 43,000 sq.ft.

Based at the University of Reading's Thames Valley Science Park, Shinfield Studios has opened in phases over the past two years.

In that time, it has already welcomed productions including the recently released Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire.

Nick Smith, Joint Managing Director, Shinfield Studios said: "Shinfield Studios is complete. We have built from the ground-up one of the world’s most state-of-the art studio facilities – designed to attract the most ambitious and high budget productions. We’ve already welcomed to Berkshire some truly impressive feature films and high-end television series and, with Shinfield Studios now fully operational, there will be many more to come."

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The University of Reading is a key partner of 'Screen Berkshire', a BFI-funded training programme designed to fill skills gaps and increase diversity within the film industry in the region, along with Shinfield Studios, Slough-based Resource Productions and Bedlam Productions.

Dr Dominic Lees, associate professor of filmmaking at the University of Reading, said: "The completion of Shinfield Studios’ construction will unleash growth in film and TV production in Berkshire, with a ramping-up of job opportunities and traineeships for University students and graduates.

"There is a big need for skills training, which the University is providing through its film and television courses and through partnership with industry-leading producers and film companies."

Shinfield Studios offers 18 sound stages range from 17,000 to 43,000 sq. ft., and include the two largest, fully climate-controlled soundstages available at 43,000 sq. ft. each. The site also encompasses 38 workshops, substantial and contemporary office space, and a nine-acre filming backlot.

Accessibility and sustainability have been at the heart of the design. Accessible facilities have been incorporated into every stage and office floor. Sustainable infrastructure such as the use of air source heat pumps, solar panels and electric vehicle charging points are also featured throughout the facility.

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