Film and TV productions attracted £250,000 to Dorset towns
Dorset coastal towns have generated approximately £250,000 in economic benefits by hosting major film and television productions. Local officials attribute this success to the region's diverse scenery and historic sites, which have attracted high-profile projects from Netflix and other studios.
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It highlights the growing trend of regional economic development through the 'screen tourism' industry and location-based production incentives.
Share Save Add as preferred on Google Amy Woodward Local Democracy Reporting Service BBC Ben Stiller has recently been spotted with film crews on a beach in Dorset Major film and television productions have attracted about £250,000 to coastal towns, a local authority says.
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council (BCP) attributes the rise in filmmakers choosing the region to its "diverse scenery and historical sites".
Highcliffe Castle in Christchurch, Lake Pier in Hamworthy and Southbourne Beach have seen the glamour and glitz of blockbuster movies.
Councillor Richard Herrett, cabinet member for destination, leisure, and commercial operations, said: "We live in a beautiful place of the world, with miles of sandy beaches, stunning coastline, and historic buildings which offer a wealth of possibilities for film and TV projects."
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