Westminster City Council — City Promotions, Events and Filming
London, United Kingdom · City or borough
Last checked against the authority's own published material on September 12, 2026, and approved before going live. Always confirm current fees and requirements directly with the authority before filming.
Contact
- Not listed
- Phone
- Not listed
- Official website
- https://www.westminster.gov.uk/licensing/city-promotions-events-and-filming/filming-and-photography-westminster
- Apply online
- https://www.westminster.gov.uk/apply-to-film-or-hold-event-form
Key facts
- Processing time
- 3–40 days
- Fees
- Filming fees are charged to recover the cost of the service and are published in the council’s filming and photography fees document; 20% VAT added. Pre-application consultation £222 per hour, £42 for charities, including VAT. Separate council charges apply for associated permits: parking bay suspensions from £51 per bay, cranes £470.36 minor road or £741.54 major road, temporary structure licences from £175, road closure £1,174
- Insurance minimum
- Not listed
Requirements
- No local sponsor required
- No content pre-approval
- No separate drone clearance
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