Canary Wharf is a popular place to photograph because of its unique backdrop occupied by world-class companies, high-quality urban architecture, landscaped parks, docks and over 200 shops, bars and restaurants.
Once you receive a confirmation email and login details, please read through the below text and make the online application.
Who requires a permit?
All filming or photography on the Canary Wharf Estate requires written permission from Canary Wharf Group plc (CWG), with
the following exceptions:
Filming or photographing for amateur or student purposes using minimal equipment in an outside area (students should have with them a student ID card and a letter of introduction from their educational institution).
Canary Wharf tenants / occupants filming or photographing inside the offices
of companies based on the Canary Wharf Estate.
Things to know before applying
CWG’s primary obligation is to the 90,000 plus workers, shoppers and travellers who come onto the Estate every day.
This means that non-essential filming and photography requests may be declined, and all filming and photography must minimise disruption and ensure the health and safety of everyone involved.
Applicants are advised to apply at least two working days in advance for projects not requiring a risk assessment, and at least five working days in advance of projects that do require a risk assessment.
Urgent or same day requests, for example from news crews, will be dealt with if resource allows. If unsure, please call the Press Office for guidance.
To apply for a permit, please read through the below information and fill in the e-permits form.
Please be as specific as possible in your application about the reasons you are undertaking the filming/photography and what the subject of your photography will be.
What Charges Apply?
CWG typically asks for a fee for filming and photography on the Estate for professional purposes. Half of this fee is donated to charities and the other half goes to the Canary Wharf Film Fund, which supports local not-for-profit film projects.
Equipment and Health and Safety
CWG views health and safety as being of paramount importance. If the filming or photography requires equipment in addition to a handheld camera or tripod, a method statement and risk assessment must be completed along with the application form.
The laying of track is not permitted on the Estate.
Those wanting to film or photograph on the Estate must produce written evidence of personal liability insurance at a minimum of £10 million.
Parking on the Estate
Parking is permitted in the four underground public carparks at Canary Wharf, which have a height limit of two metres. Permission to park on the Estate at street level is only given in very exceptional circumstances, and may be subject to additional charges.
Locations
Applicants should be as specific as possible about the locations and subjects they intend to film or photograph.
The Estate is bounded by the River Thames in the West, Churchill Place and Wood Wharf in the East, North Dock in the North and South Dock in the South.
The following areas are not part of the Estate, and require filming and photography permits from other entities:
Area
Apply to:
West India Quay and footbridge
British Waterways
DLR and underground stations
Transport for London / London Underground
South Quay and footbridge
London Borough of Tower Hamlets Film Office
The area directly in front of the Western entrance to Jubilee Line Underground Station
Transport for London / London Underground
Filming or photography is not permitted in the retail areas between 12-2pm and 4-6pm.
Filming of specific retail outlets requires the written consent of the retail outlet’s management.
Terms and Conditions – I/we have read
and will comply with the following terms and conditions :
i.
I/we will carry out immediately and without question
or argument any instructions issued by any Canary
Wharf Management Limited (CWML) Security Officer
relating to fire, security or life
safety. I/we acknowledge that if the CWML Security
Officer feels that any actions on my/our part or
situations are unsafe, I/we will take
immediate action to correct the situation.
ii.
I/we will comply with all the requirements of the
Risk Assessment provided for these operations as
well as CWG safety requirements.
iii.
My/our film/photography crew, their support teams
and other staff will expected to act and behave with
due thought for their own safety and the safety of
other people.
iv.
I/we know and understand my/our responsibilities
to ensure the safety and well being of all persons
who may be affected by our undertaking and accept
the Duty of Care.
v.
I/we will obtain written permission from the retail
outlet’s management to film or photograph specific retail outlets.
vi.
I/we will obtain written permission from the tenant
or building owner to film or photograph tenanted buildings with logos
on the exterior
vii.
My/our filming and/or photography being carried
out on the Estate has the benefit of personal liability
insurance cover of at least £10
million.
viii.
I/we will not permit smoking at any time on the
roof or within the structure of any of the buildings
on the Estate by me/us or by my/our cast and crew.
ix.
My/our filming and photography will not involve
or portray real or simulated violence, nudity or
sexual activity, including the use of subjects solely
clad in underwear or swimwear.
x.
My/our filming and photography will not take place
in the retail areas between midday and 2pm and between
4pm and 6pm.
xi.
I/we have been made aware of the safety rules and
procedures applicable to photographing, filming,
broadcasting or producing while at Canary Wharf
I/we acknowledge that if I/we fail to comply with the requirements as stated above, or if the actions of my/our cast or crew should put persons at risk will be entitled to take whatever measures may be necessary, even to the extent of stopping all filming, photography or related work. I/we understand that should filming, photography or related work be delayed or stopped due to not complying with these terms and conditions, I/we will have no claim against Canary Wharf Group, its employees, contractors or agents and that I/we shall be liable for any damage caused to any property on the Estate or employees of CWG caused by the actions of me/us or my/our cast or crew.”
Proceed
to login.Once logged in, proceed
to ‘Create Request’ to
initiate the application.
Remember to use the ‘duplicate request’ button for applying for permits on multiple days.
