Formerly the iconic home of Granada Television, VERSA Manchester Studios is evolving into a dynamic Studio Campus that pays homage to its significant history. Granada Television, known for shaping British culture and pioneering innovative studio practices, cemented Manchester’s status as a hub for TV and Film.
Now, VERSA Manchester Studios is revitalising this legacy, bringing the city back to the forefront of the industry. With state-of-the-art refurbishments, our TV, Film, Motion Capture, and VR/AR Studios are once again leading the way.
On the doorstep, a cosmopolitan city centre with 5* hotels, shops, theatres, international airport and soon to be opening Soho House. VERSA ABC Skyline Studios has recently facilitated productions for clients including; BBC’s weekday show ‘Morning Live’, Sky, Amazon and ITV.
Judith Travis
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Justin's House
Graham Stuart
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So Television
Frank Smith
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Gravity Media
Studio 12 Gallery
Sony 7000 X Vision Mixer with 2 MEs
13 Multi-Function Positions with Windows through to Sound & Lighting Control
Calrec Artemis 48 Channel Mixer | Grams & Comms Op Positions | Voice Over Booth
Up to 16 Cameras with 2 Vision Controller, LD, Console Op and Moving Light Positions | Dedicated CAR
Studio 10 Gallery
Sony 7000 X Vision Mixer with 2 MEs
9 Multi-Function Positions with Windows through to Sound & Lighting Control
Calrec Brio Mixer
Grams Position
Up to 8 Cameras with Vision Controller, LD and Console Op Positions |
Dedicated CAR
Studio 08 Gallery
Sony 7000 X Vision Mixer with 2 MEs
9 Multi-Function Positions with Windows Through to Sound & Lighting Control
Control Desk Designed for Calrec Artemis or Brio Mixers | Grams & Comms Op Positions
Up to 10 Camera OCPs with Vision Controller, LD, Console Op and Moving Light Positions | Dedicated CAR
Studio 12
736 sq m | 8,000 sq ft
Grid Height: 11.11 m | 36.45 ft – Slot Grid & Monopole System
Live TV | TV & Film | Music | Event | Commercial
Studio 10
120 sq m | 1,350 sq ft
Grid Height: TBC – Fixed Lighting Rig
Live TV | Magazine | Commercial
Studio 08
500 sq m | 5,300 sq ft
Grid Height: 10.97 m | 36 ft – Slot Grid & Monopole System
Live TV | TV & Film | Music | Event | Commercial
Studio 06
390 sq m | 4,300 sq ft
Grid Height: 11.11 m | 36.45 ft – Slot Grid & Monopole System
Performance & Motion Capture
Studio 05
230 sq m | 2,500 sq ft
Grid Height: 10.97 m | 36 ft – Slot Grid and Monopole system
Production | Future VR | AR | LED Volume | Green Screen
Studio 04
75 sq m | 816 sq ft
Grid Height: TBC | Audience Balcony
Music Recording | Performance
Aviva Studios – The Hall
525 sq m | 5651 sq ft | Acoustic Door Opens to Combine with South Warehouse
Graduated
Event Television | Large Scale Productions & Auditorium Seating Up To 1200
Aviva Studios – South Warehouse
1,144 sq m | 12,313 sq ft | Can be Combined with North Warehouse for 2,213 sq m | 23,820 sq ft
21 m | 69 ft
Event Television | Large Scale Productions
Aviva Studios – North Warehouse
763 sq m | 8,212 sq ft | Can be Combined with South Warehouse for 2,213 sq m | 23,820 sq ft
21 m | 69 ft
Event Television | Large Scale Productions
Studio C
57 sq m | 610 sq ft
3.5 m | 11.50 ft – Fixed Box Truss Grid System
Multimedia
Studio F
58 sq m | 624 sq ft
3.5 m | 11.50 ft – Fixed Box Truss Grid System
Multimedia
Production Base 01
Reception | Large Production Office | Hair & Make Up | Additional 12 Dressing Rooms | 2 Production Offices
Supporting Studio & Location Productions
ST. JOHN’S District
Foley’s
Daina
Department
Everyman
Fearns
Side Street Studios
Condition
The Stables
Soho House
Caravan
Pavilion
The Lawn Club
Foley’s
Daina
Department
Everyman
Fearns
Side Street Studios
Condition
The Stables
Soho House
Caravan
Pavilion
The Lawn Club
ADDITIONAL FACILITIES
TX Connectivity
HD/HDR Galleries
Equipment Hire
Club Lounge
VIP Dressing Rooms
Roof Terrace
Production Catering
Car Parking
Security & Ushers
Workshops
Scene Dock
Site Wide Fibre Connectivity
Dry Hire
At VERSA, we offer versatile, state-of-the-art studio spaces available for dry hire. Perfect for multi-camera TV productions, commercial shoots, live immersive events, music performances, and product launches. The space comes as it is – a versatile area for your needs, equipped with a flexible grid system, including monopoles, acoustic integrity, and TV resin floors suitable for any paint effects required. You can build it out as desired and bring in your technical kit and production team.
Full Service Hire
Our VERSA Studios come complete with all necessary equipment, cameras, and an expert team, ensuring our support every step of the way throughout your project. Whether you are working on a TV show, film or drama shoot, live event, immersive experience, or gaming project, we bring your vision to life. Choose our full-service hire option at VERSA Studios and leave everything to us.
Showcase Manchester Projects
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Morning Live – BBC
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Peaky Blinders – BBC
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New Balance x JD Sports
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Chaos Karts
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Dragon’s Den – BBC
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Martin Lewis Money Show Live – ITVX
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Justin’s House – BBC
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The Darkest Hour
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How to Date Billy Walsh – Prime Video
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Vodafone x Mo Salah
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Funny Woman – Sky Max
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Game On Grandparents – Gameshow for CBBC
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Whether you have a question about availability, offering, or services, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.
