The streets of Warrington have seen an influx of TV and film crews throughout the year. The council confirmed that they receive numerous requests for filming each year, leading to various projects being filmed in the town.
One notable project was the filming of the sixth series of the comedy drama Brassic. Sky One film crews set up on a street in Orford, with famous faces like Joseph Gilgun from This is England spotted on set.
In May, filming commenced for the gangster flick Geezers, featuring stars like Shaun Ryder and Bez. The Hive on Cairo Street served as a filming location, along with other spots in Warrington town center.
Two Pints of Lager stars Will Mellor and Ralf Little were also seen in Warrington, filming for their new show “Will and Ralf Should Know Better.” The series follows the duo as they face various challenges related to aging and spirituality.
The iconic Sophie Ellis-Bextor was spotted filming the Freemans’ Autumn Winter campaign outside the Treasury building on Museum Street. The advert showcases the retailer’s shift to online stores, with Sophie posing in and around the building.
More recently, Hollywood stars like Sean Bean, Daniel Day-Lewis, and Samantha Morton were seen filming for the new title Anemone in Orford and Thelwall. Various locations in the town served as filming spots, including Pickering Crescent in Thelwall and Cotswold Road and Chiltern Road in Orford.
Camera crews have also frequented Walton Hall and Gardens throughout the year for undisclosed projects. Filming has taken place at the beauty spot in June and July, with recent sightings of crews outside Walton Hall.
Overall, Warrington has become a hotspot for filming in 2021, attracting various TV and film crews to showcase the town’s diverse locations and scenery. Residents have had the opportunity to witness famous faces and iconic stars filming in their local area, adding to the excitement and charm of the town.