Filming & photography on TfL
Filming with us
There's no better way to capture London than through our iconic locations and branding. Nothing 'speaks' London more than TfL.
As TfL networks are private property, for safety reasons and to protect the TfL brand (in line with our Conditions of Carriage) filming must be under a licence and accompanied by a valid film permit. These permits also require an on-site resource to book and manage the activity.
Apply for a permit
When submitting your application to film or take photographs on the TfL network, make sure you have:
- Relevant copy of script/storyboard/brief/layout whichever is relevant
- Certificate of insurance in the name of the company, organisation or individual who is undertaking the filming/photography and must be for at least £10M
Send all of these documents or we are unable to process your application. You must also have a site specific risk assessment. They must be concise and relevant to the areas in which crew are working. We've also created a glossary (see below) to help understand and navigate the form better.
Costs, conditions and permissions
Please visit our Guide to filming or taking photos on the TfL network page.
The TfL Film Office covers these modes
- London Underground (LU)
- London Overground (LO)
- Docklands Light Railway (DLR)
- Elizabeth line
- TfL Piers
- IFS Cloud Cable Car
While restricted to film at because of their logistical timetabling/opening hours, we can also advise on Trams and Victoria Coach Station.
To film on other TfL-managed areas see:
TfL's Intellectual Property (IP)
TfL protects its brand and charges for its use.
You may be looking to mirror our environments in your own set build or use our Intellectual Property (IP) in the background of a shot or scene. In this case, head over to our Using TfL brand IP page for further guidance and to download the briefing form.
Exclusive areas
Alongside our operational stations, our exclusive areas have been used by many to create iconic scenes and moments over the years. Below are some snapshots of what is available. However a more detailed look (360º/Virtual tour) can be seen on the EyeRevolution website.
Aldwych
Aldwych is one of our older stations available. With period architecture and disused tunnels it has hosted some iconic moments in film, TV and even music videos with its distinctive features setting the perfect scenes. There is no train at Aldwych.
- Available 7 days a week
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Aldwych Lift 1 of 2 -
Aldwych staircase -
Aldwych second platform -
Aldwych stairs to platform -
Aldwych Lift shaft area
Charing Cross
Charing Cross has contemporary features, 70s-style platforms and even working escalators - an ideal location to set a bustling station scene.
- Available 7 days a week
- Train available 11:30-16:00 Monday to Friday or all day at weekends with both the train and the station (planned engineering works and Night Tube permitting)
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Charing Cross escalators -
Charing Cross closed circulating area -
Charing Cross corridor -
Charing Cross platform 3 -
Charing Cross Jubilee service tunnel -
Charing Cross stairs
Bank (Waterloo & City line)
The most modern of our exclusive sites boasts a variety of spaces within the station that can be used to film. Long passenger walkways, escalators and travolators all available to use exclusively, as well as a Waterloo & City line train.
- Available currently all day on Saturdays and Sundays (planned engineering works permitted)
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Bank train on platform -
Bank walkway -
Bank escalator -
Bank ticket hall -
Bank staircase -
Bank escalators