WELLAND BARNS
LEICESTERSHIRE
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Welland Barns is situated in the heart of Great Easton, a picturesque village nestled within the stunning Welland Valley. Surrounded by unspoilt rolling countryside, this area offers filmmakers a quintessential English rural backdrop, rich in natural beauty and period charm. Though tranquil, Great Easton is highly accessible, making it ideal for production crews traveling from London or the Midlands. Market Harborough, Corby, and Kettering all offer direct rail connections to London St. Pancras in just over an hour, ensuring smooth logistics for cast, crew, and equipment. The village itself features a traditional 13th-century parish church, a classic village pub and a mix of historical and contemporary buildings, offering versatile shooting locations within walking distance.
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Welland Barns provides a diverse and cinematic setting, ideal for a range of film and television productions. The property’s grand entrance features full-height glazed doors that open into a bright and spacious reception hall, perfect for establishing shots or scenes requiring natural light and architectural depth. The interiors balance rustic character with modern luxury, including vaulted ceilings, exposed French oak beams, and stone flooring that offer a timeless aesthetic.
The open-plan living kitchen is the visual centrepiece of the property - a light-filled L-shaped space with dual bi-fold doors leading to both a landscaped garden and a private courtyard. This seamless indoor-outdoor transition is ideal for scenes that require dynamic lighting or fluid camera movement. The kitchen includes bespoke Shaker cabinetry, high-spec integrated appliances, and a large central island, making it suitable for culinary shoots or lifestyle productions.
Additional standout features include a library with fitted shelving - ideal for intimate, intellectual settings - and a large reception room with bi-fold doors that flood the space with natural light. The master bedroom, with its dramatic picture window, integrated storage, and spa-like ensuite, offers a serene and elegant backdrop suitable for character-driven scenes or promotional shoots.
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Welland Barns represents a unique combination of historic charm and eco-conscious design, having been meticulously rebuilt and extended with both authenticity and sustainability in mind. The property delivers cinematic value through its architectural integrity, flexible spatial layout, and exceptional lighting conditions. Its carefully curated blend of heritage materials and contemporary finishes allows it to double as both a period property and a modern home, providing a highly adaptable film location for a wide range of genres and production styles.
