Filming in Mole Valley
Mole Valley is home to an exceptional variety of assets for filming locations such as woodlands, listed buildings, recreation grounds, caves, a mausoleum and more!
Explore some of these locations below!
The Deepdene Trail is a vast landscape of scenic greenery found in Dorking. There are endless filming possibilities complete with a hidden grotto, an array of architecture including the magnificent Hope Mausoleum and fantastic walking trails. With unlimited backdrops there’s potential for any genre to be imagined in this location.
A much-loved community park, surrounded by the Surrey Hills and complete with a playground, duck pond, cafe and a family-friendly setting including a soft play. The perfect location for a family film, capturing the community of Dorking.
A cosy, historic village nestled at the foot of the North Downs, with the River Mole flowing west through the village. Brockham is also accompanied with a picturesque green in the middle and a backdrop of traditional houses and a church. Ideal for a feel-good film!
A historic cemetery overseeing Box Hill with a traditional gate, two chapels, a lodge and mortuary. It spreads over 14 acres and includes a woodland and Muslim burial areas and lawn cemetery. The eerie setting would be a perfect backdrop for the horror/thriller genre, offering the chance to capture some spooky shots.
A network of manmade tunnels beneath Dorking, excavated in the soft sandstone and dating back to at least 17th century. A sense of mystery can be felt throughout the caves as you begin to explore the winding tunnels. It is a perfect location for a creepy setting or an action theme, with lots of secret spots to discover.
A Grade II listed building from the 18th century with a regal and inviting exterior as well as a richly decorated interior and painted ceilings. This building has many hidden, derelict rooms, providing a creepy aura. Pippbrook House has been used for filming before when it was featured in Mayday BBC 2013.
An open-air shopping centre that enhances the reality of daily life and businesses in Leatherhead. With many shops and restaurants it’s a great place to film to capture realism and the busy lives of people from day-to-day.
A large, open and natural space situated near Dorking town centre. It overlooks the Surrey Hills and provides a picturesque landscape, perfect for a scenic filming location. With so much space, Cotmandene is ideal for a range of videography.
To film at a MVDC-owned location please email us via the button below. Parking provision may be available upon request depending on the location. Please note that a licence will be required before filming commences and proof of an adequate public liability insurance will be requested. A risk assessment and method statement may also be requested. Please allow at least 21 days notice to film at a MVDC-owned location.
If you wish to film on a public road or pavement, a licence is required from the Surrey Film Office. In all cases you will need the permission of the landowner.