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A world-leading, modern studio supporting the future of British film-making
The British film and TV industry is one of this county’s great ongoing success stories. In 2015 the UK overtook California in terms of the revenue earned from filmmaking. In a highly competitive industry, it continues to outperform. Leading this success is Buckinghamshire.

A significant history of blockbusters from Brief Encounter to the James Bond franchise and many other globally recognised film and TV productions make this area the focus of an essential part of the UK creative economy.

Bringing stories to life is a global industry and the UK and Buckinghamshire in particular boasts some of the world’s best storytellers. The expert artisans, technicians, designers, and creators who help to produce the world’s best films are found right here.

Owing to the national shortage of studio space, neighbouring counties such Hertfordshire have built a growing lead in space in recent years. As more is set to come forward, this represents a generational, strategic opportunity for Buckinghamshire. To keep our lead, and to support the thousands of businesses in Buckinghamshire that rely on the creative industry, we need more studio space.

Film production companies need a new and a better home in a business setting that provides the level of equipment and technical support that they demand. The British Film Institute, the UK government’s body responsible for the Film and TV sector, also shows that 1 in 5 young people list the screen sector as their dream career. These people need a visionary place to learn and grow, where the latest technology is used to its most dazzling effect.

Marlow Film Studio is designed by filmmakers, for filmmakers. We will provide cutting-edge technology, bring thousands of new local jobs, and will expand opportunities for the Buckinghamshire’s community of creative professionals – growing the permanent skills base in the Marlow area and offering long and rewarding careers.
06 Workshop Street View
75%
75%
Of the UK’s film and TV turnover concentrated in London and the South East
10x
10x
More films were produced in the UK in 2020 than 1999
73%
73%
Growth in film and TV employment in Buckinghamshire in the past decade
36 ha
36 ha
The total size of the Marlow Film Studios site
4,000
4,000
New local and technical jobs generated by Marlow
£3.5bn
£3.5bn
Investment generated in local film and TV production over the first 10 years of the studio
280,000 sq ft
280,000 sq ft
Of production offices at Marlow
25 Acres
25 Acres
Of studio land dedicated to nature, biodiversity and recreation
The Westhopre Junction
The Westhopre Junction
Enhanced and future-proofed by new transport proposals
472,000 sq ft
472,000 sq ft
Of new soundstages at Marlow
2 new bus routes
2 new bus routes
New bus routes will connect local towns and the Elizabeth Line
410,000 sq ft
410,000 sq ft
Of new workshops at Marlow
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Dear Sir/Madam,

Re: Marlow Film Studios (ref: 22/06443/FULEA).

I am writing in support of the application for Marlow Film Studios, a film studio planned on former landfill next to the A404, within the parish of Little Marlow.

Despite the poor condition of the site, it is in the Metropolitan Green Belt. I understand that because of this designation, special reasons are needed for planning permission to be granted on this site. Looking objectively, I believe the positive benefits substantially overcome any negative issues.

Jobs and Careers

Providing sustainable jobs and careers are important for the long-term prosperity of any community. For local people, this should be a key determinant in judging the appropriateness of this application.

This project stands to be one of Bucks’ most meaningful investments in employment and local infrastructure. It is also a key to unlocking the potential in the local creative economy. Many of today’s young people are drawn to employment in this sector. This will be an iconic, world-leading facility that will attract other businesses to the area. For local people, particularly those of employment age, this project offers real hope for the longer term in providing investment into the local community.

Bucks’ global role

Marlow Film Studios will give Bucks and the UK a continuing competitive advantage, supported by local jobs and talent. The UK Government have recently reinforced this with a £10m contribution to the expansion to the National Film & Television School in Beaconsfield.

Bucks can truly lay claim to global leadership in the creative economy. But to underpin this, we need to develop the pipeline of local creative talent to tackle the skills shortage that the industry needs to address, particularly in technology. The Studios have made clear and costed commitments as part of their application. Embedded in their plans are strong links to the local educational community, bridging the industry, local talent, and the creative sector.

Diversity

For local people, the Studios will also be close to one of the more culturally diverse parts of Buckinghamshire. Around 25% of High Wycombe’s population is from the non-White British community, including those of Indian, Afro-Caribbean, Pakistani heritage. The Studios’ partnerships with institutions such as Buckinghamshire College Group will provide access points to the creative economy for an under-represented diverse community as part of Wycombe’s regeneration challenge.

Environment and design

As to the buildings themselves, the Marlow Film Studios’ design puts great emphasis on providing a well-designed and landscaped environment with new cycle and walking routes. In the last 80 years, the site has seen considerable degradation from being a prisoner of war camp, mineral workings, the A404 construction, to the disposal of thousands of tons of landfill waste. The creation of new spaces improving wildlife and plant diversity is an exciting opportunity as part of this project.

Traffic and Transport

Being immediately off the A404 Westhorpe roundabout, the Studios also represent a rare chance to fund necessary upgrades to local transport constraints. The way the 50-year-old Westhorpe interchange operates causes increasing jams on the high-speed road with dangerous consequences. The Westhorpe improvements offered by the Studios will provide a better operating, safer network.

The transport proposals, prepared in discussion with Buckinghamshire Council, also improve connectivity. The creation of a new hub for fully funded new public bus services link to the Elizabeth Line and Wycombe for longer-distance journeys.

Conclusion

I accept that the construction of any major global facility comes with pluses and minuses, but in the case of the Marlow Film Studios I believe the strong benefits robustly and significantly outweigh the negative considerations, and so I strongly support the planning application.
What will happen to your details: When you click “send” on this form, you will be added to our campaign and we will generate the a letter of support in the form linked above in your name for the Marlow Film Studios planning application. We will share this letter with Buckinghamshire Council councillors and officers, Buckinghamshire Parish Council councillors, Department of Levelling Up, Housing and Communities (DLUHC), and Members of Parliament. These organisations may upload this letter publicly on their planning portals and/or website and will adhere with their Privacy Policies. In particular, we are requesting that Buckinghamshire Council upload these letters to their Public Access website for our application. Any processing of data by Buckinghamshire Council will be in accordance with their Privacy Policy.

You may also submit comments or letters of support directly on the Public Access website.