We have many requests for filming in our parks and city centre locations. If you would like to discuss your requirements with us, please contact the Events team.
Please download the application form, fill it in within a word processor, and return it by email as an editable document.
Please ensure you also sign a copy of our terms and conditions. We cannot process your application without this.
Download our Terms and conditions for use of our parks and open spaces.
Filming for news on our land
Accredited news outlets/agencies wishing to film on our land for a broadcasted and/or streamed news programme do not need to complete the standard filming application forms through our Events team.
Please direct your requests to the Press office - pressoffice@oxford.gov.uk - who will be in contact regarding your filming.
Popular filming locations on our land
South Park
South park offers a large, open space comprised of approximately 50 acres of land and it is within easy walking distance of both the city centre and Cowley Road.
The park offers fantastic general views over Oxford's dreaming spires.
Visit our South Park pages for more information about the park.
Oxford Covered Market
This late 18th Century indoor market situated in the heart of Oxford's city centre boasts a huge variety of traditional and independent style shops.
The old-fashioned shop fronts and stone-flagged avenues give it a lively and bustling atmosphere.
Visit our Covered Market page for more information about the market.
Oxford Ice Rink
The ice rink itself covers a wide area (56m x 26m) with plenty of natural light flooding through due to the eastern wall being fully glazed.
The rink is housed in a large, open building offering a very versatile space that could be used in multiple ways.
The rink is based in a fantastic location in the heart of the city meaning that it is extremely close to Oxford's beautiful city centre and can be easily accessed by film and TV crews.;
Visit our Oxford Ice Rink page for more information about the rink.
Carfax Tower
Located at the junction of St Aldate's and Cornmarket Street in the very centre of the historic city of Oxford, Carfax Tower is the perfect place to take a birds eye view of Oxford's dreaming spires.
Climb the 99 steps for unrivalled views of the city and University. The tower is open to visitors daily.
Filming is organised through City Sightseeing. Visit the Oxford City Sightseeing website and contact them directly to discuss filming in the tower.
Contact the Events Team
Address: Oxford City Council,Town Hall,
St Aldate's,
Oxford,
OX1 1BX
