The Photocove
Film / Photo Studio
#1 of 99 Photo Studio venues in Manchester
#3 of 105 Creative Space venues in Manchester
46 reviews
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Pollard Street East, Wellington House, Manchester, M40 7FS
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Bradford, Manchester
Phil Curtis
#Supervenue
Your Personal Event Manager from The Photocove
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Excellent communication - 4.9/5
18 verified clients rated their communication with the venue manager as 4.9. They appreciated the manager's professionalism and quick response times.
Spaces for hire at The Photocove
Studio One
Studio 1 houses our famous 11-square-foot infinity cove!
The curved wall creates a continuous white background from all angles to create striking images.The infinity cove is perfect for all kinds of shoots including Fashion, E-commerce, Influencer shoots, and Product Photography.
*2 Bowens Xms 500 lights (with options of two 150cm softboxes or t...
Space facilities
Whole venue
10 standing
Book 2 hr. minimum
Wi-Fi available
Natural light
PA system / music speakers
Storage space
Air conditioner
Studio Two (Natural Light)
Studio 2 is our all-white natural light studio. With an all new infinity Cove! a draped ceiling, and vibrant fish tank, The studio also has a teal sofa, backdrops, and props.
* Two large windows surrounded by a white brick feature wall
* Vintage stylistic furniture and props
* Fish Tank (no flash photography of tank please)
* 2 Bowens Xms 500 lig...
Space facilities
Private space
10 standing
Book 2 hr. minimum
Wi-Fi available
Natural light
PA system / music speakers
Storage space
Air conditioner
Studio 3 (Natural Light)
Studio 3 is our New York loft style studio with 4 huge window bays of natural light. We have exposed brick, a white infinity cove, a beautiful make area and changing room and various furniture and prop items to add something extra special to your shoot.
The studio is perfect for any natural light shoots, Full E-com studio setups, content and infl...
Space facilities
Whole venue
30 standing
Book 3 hr. minimum
Wi-Fi available
Natural light
PA system / music speakers
Storage space
Air conditioner
Explore other spaces in the area
Pollard Street East, Wellington House, Manchester, M40 7FS
Public transportation
- Bus Every Street 0.5 mi
- Bus Etihad Campus Metrolink (Stop B) 0.7 mi
- Bus Piccadilly (Stop EP) 0.9 mi
- Train Manchester Piccadilly 0.9 mi
- Train Ardwick 0.9 mi
- Taxi manchester taxi service 1.3 mi
- Taxi Get Black Cab 1.3 mi
Parking
- Parking Car park manchester city 0.3 mi
- Parking New Islington trams / Pollard St. Car Park 0.4 mi
Parks
- Ridgway Street Community Garden 0.1 mi
- Ashton Canal Park 0.3 mi
- Holland Street Community Garden 0.3 mi
- 1147 Coleshill St 0.5 mi
Airports
- Minibus Hire & Coach Hire 0.5 mi
- TM3 Airports 1.3 mi
- Helipad - Manchester Royal Infirmary (MTC) 1.6 mi
- Oxford Road Helipad (MFT) 1.8 mi
Prices and opening hours
Monday
9:00 –
18:00
from
£35–£45
hire fee per hour
Studio One
9:00 –
18:00
from
£35
hire fee per hour
Studio Two (Natural Light)
9:00 –
18:00
from
£35
hire fee per hour
Studio 3 (Natural Light)
9:00 –
18:00
from
£45
hire fee per hour
Tuesday
9:00 –
18:00
from
£35–£45
hire fee per hour
Studio One
9:00 –
18:00
from
£35
hire fee per hour
Studio Two (Natural Light)
9:00 –
18:00
from
£35
hire fee per hour
Studio 3 (Natural Light)
9:00 –
18:00
from
£45
hire fee per hour
Wednesday
9:00 –
18:00
from
£35–£45
hire fee per hour
Studio One
9:00 –
18:00
from
£35
hire fee per hour
Studio Two (Natural Light)
9:00 –
18:00
from
£35
hire fee per hour
Studio 3 (Natural Light)
9:00 –
18:00
from
£45
hire fee per hour
Thursday
9:00 –
18:00
from
£35–£45
hire fee per hour
Studio One
9:00 –
18:00
from
£35
hire fee per hour
Studio Two (Natural Light)
9:00 –
18:00
from
£35
hire fee per hour
Studio 3 (Natural Light)
9:00 –
18:00
from
£45
hire fee per hour
Friday
9:00 –
18:00
from
£35–£45
hire fee per hour
Studio One
9:00 –
18:00
from
£35
hire fee per hour
Studio Two (Natural Light)
9:00 –
18:00
from
£35
hire fee per hour
Studio 3 (Natural Light)
9:00 –
18:00
from
£45
hire fee per hour
Saturday
9:00 –
18:00
from
£35–£45
hire fee per hour
Studio One
9:00 –
17:00
from
£35
hire fee per hour
Studio Two (Natural Light)
9:00 –
18:00
from
£35
hire fee per hour
Studio 3 (Natural Light)
9:00 –
18:00
from
£45
hire fee per hour
Sunday
9:00 –
18:00
from
£35–£45
hire fee per hour
Studio One
9:00 –
17:00
from
£35
hire fee per hour
Studio Two (Natural Light)
9:00 –
18:00
from
£35
hire fee per hour
Studio 3 (Natural Light)
9:00 –
18:00
from
£45
hire fee per hour
Facilities and catering options
Up to 30
standing
External catering allowed
Parking available
In-house catering
Accommodation available
Promoted / ticketed events
Alcohol provided
BYO alcohol
Reviews and ratings
9 new reviews from verified users within the last 6 months
28 recent guests highly rated amenities, cleanliness and service quality
Amenities
4.9
Cleanliness
4.9
Location
4.7
Service quality
4.9
Value for money
4.9
Communication
4.9
EJ
Eve J.
July 2024
Eve J.
July 2024
Photo Studio · 4 guests
Great studio with good daylight and all equipment needed.
5.0
AL
Alex L.
June 2024
Alex L.
June 2024
Film Studio · 2 guests
Very spacious studio, natural light, excellent host.
Nothing
5.0
RM
Rivka M.
May 2024
Rivka M.
May 2024
Photo Studio · 8 guests
The space was good value for money. It also allowed us to use great equipment.
Nothing.
4.2
CF
Christina F.
April 2024
Christina F.
April 2024
Photo Studio · 10 guests
Phil was so lovely and helpful, always onsite if we needed any assistance! The lighting set up was easy to use and the studio was perfectly clean, the photos came out great.
5.0
About The Photocove
Welcome to The Photocove!
Independent and based in Ancoats, we are proud to provide three unique and beautiful film and photography studios, with on-site support from our team. Contact to arrange your booking any time up to a day before your shoot however, due to increased demand, booking 2 weeks in advance is advised.
Our studios come fully equipped with:
* 2x Bowens Flash Heads
* 2 Bowens Xms 500 lights (with options of two 150cm softboxes or two side softboxes)
* A set of digital radio triggers
* Multiple color backdrops available (You will receive one free color with your studio hire any additional are £10)
* Coloured gels for lighting
* Large make-up counter with ring light (warm and cool light)
* Styling area with Steamer, clothes rail, hangers, iron, and an ironing board (extra rail available upon request)
* Bluetooth Speaker
* Snackstation including tea, coffee, fruit teas, microwave, and fridge
* Changing room and bathroom facilities
* Emergency essentials (toiletries)
please note that our standard terms and conditions apply when booking through tag venue to view them please visit our website
- The earliest you can arrive is 5 minutes before your booking time, when booking with The Photocove please factor in all setup and pack down time. Please note that any shoot that goes into an additional unsolicited hour will be charged £40PH for studio 1/2, £50PH for studio 3.
Independent and based in Ancoats, we are proud to provide three unique and beautiful film and photography studios, with on-site support from our team. Contact to arrange your booking any time up to a day before your shoot however, due to increased demand, booking 2 weeks in advance is advised.
Our studios come fully equipped with:
* 2x Bowens Flash Heads
* 2 Bowens Xms 500 lights (with options of two 150cm softboxes or two side softboxes)
* A set of digital radio triggers
* Multiple color backdrops available (You will receive one free color with your studio hire any additional are £10)
* Coloured gels for lighting
* Large make-up counter with ring light (warm and cool light)
* Styling area with Steamer, clothes rail, hangers, iron, and an ironing board (extra rail available upon request)
* Bluetooth Speaker
* Snackstation including tea, coffee, fruit teas, microwave, and fridge
* Changing room and bathroom facilities
* Emergency essentials (toiletries)
please note that our standard terms and conditions apply when booking through tag venue to view them please visit our website
- The earliest you can arrive is 5 minutes before your booking time, when booking with The Photocove please factor in all setup and pack down time. Please note that any shoot that goes into an additional unsolicited hour will be charged £40PH for studio 1/2, £50PH for studio 3.
FAQ
Cancellations 7 days in advance will receive a full refund.
Cancellations 7 days to 24 hours in advance will receive a 50% refund.
Cancellations for events starting within 24 hours are non-refundable.
At The Photocove, the following catering options are available:
- Bringing your own catering/food is allowed
- Refreshments for guests are offered
- Free on-street parking is available
At The Photocove, you can host various events such as Studio / Production, Filming and Photography, Corporate Events, Conference / Seminar, Performances / Exhibitions, Social Parties, Art Spaces.
Here are the recent pricing details for various rooms at The Photocove:
- Studio Two (Natural Light) hosting 5 guests: £126
- Studio One hosting 3 guests: £84
- Studio 3 (Natural Light) hosting 3 guests: £162
For detailed pricing tailored to your event, please contact the venue.
The Photocove is located at Pollard Street East, in the Collyhurst district of Manchester.
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