WOODLAND ENTERPRISE ESTATE
EAST SUSSEX, UK
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This pioneering sustainable woodland estate is set within 46 acres of ancient forest on the East Sussex and Kent border.
Located in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, this unique mixed-use property sits just 30 miles from Central London with easy access via the A21 and Tunbridge Wells station.
The estate combines contemporary eco-architecture with mature forest landscapes, offering production crews a versatile and visually striking location. From timber-framed structures to earth-sheltered lodges and secluded woodland trails, the property provides multiple filming environments within a single estate, all designed to connect people with nature while maintaining exceptional production standards.
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This architecturally distinctive estate showcases award-winning sustainable design across multiple structures.
The property features a striking timber cathedral event space with 330 square metres of open-plan filming area, a modern five-bedroom eco house with floor-to-ceiling woodland views, ten unique earth-sheltered lodges built into the landscape, and a restaurant with outdoor terracing. All buildings utilise sustainably sourced local timber, Corten steel accents, and solar power generation. The estate's varied architecture provides diverse filming opportunities, from contemporary interiors flooded with natural light to distinctive exterior shots against ancient birch and chestnut woodland.
High-speed Wi-Fi throughout, Tesla charging points, and on-site parking support seamless production logistics. The 46-acre woodland includes conservation areas, trails, and clearings suitable for outdoor filming across all seasons.
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The estate offers comprehensive on-site accommodation for cast and crew. A five-bedroom luxury eco house provides filming and stay facilities with open-plan living spaces, multiple en-suite bedrooms, and direct forest access across three levels.
Ten contemporary earth-sheltered lodges each sleep two guests in self-contained studio layouts with en-suite bathrooms, compact kitchenettes, and climate control. All accommodation features modern sustainable design with underfloor heating, high-spec finishes, and woodland views.
Additional facilities include workspace areas, a restaurant for catering needs, and extensive crew support options.
The estate's shoot-and-stay capability eliminates off-site travel requirements, while its mixed-use design allows for multiple concurrent filming setups across different areas of the property, maximising production efficiency and creative flexibility.
