Toneset Studios at Birmingham Industrial content studio

Photo / Film Studio
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Whole venue
55 Thomas Street, Telson Industrial Centre, Birmingham, B6 4TN –
Aston, Birmingham

About this space

The venue is a long, open-plan industrial studio with an exposed-beam, moderate-height ceiling and a worn timber floor partly overlaid with plywood. Large side windows and plain white walls present an unadorned interior suited to adaptable set builds.

Room features: On-site photo and lighting kit is available, including multiple backdrop rolls, studio lighting and basic grip for rapid setups and simple scene changes.

Best for: Portrait and fashion photography, product and still-life shoots, and small-scale video or content production.

What sets it apart: A step‑free guest entrance is provided and the venue includes wheelchair‑accessible facilities.


Usually booked for

Photo Shoot

Typically for 5-10 guests and costs between £50 - £80.


"Studio was perfectly maintained and we had a successful shoot. Will book again."

- Sam J. Dec 2025


Prices

Monday
9:00 – 21:00
from £25 hire fee per hour
Per hour
9:00 – 21:00
from £25 hire fee per hour
All prices include VAT.
Tuesday
9:00 – 21:00
from £25 hire fee per hour
Per hour
9:00 – 21:00
from £25 hire fee per hour
All prices include VAT.
Wednesday
9:00 – 21:00
from £25 hire fee per hour
Per hour
9:00 – 21:00
from £25 hire fee per hour
All prices include VAT.
Thursday
9:00 – 21:00
from £25 hire fee per hour
Per hour
9:00 – 21:00
from £25 hire fee per hour
All prices include VAT.
Friday
9:00 – 21:00
from £25 hire fee per hour
Per hour
9:00 – 21:00
from £25 hire fee per hour
All prices include VAT.
Saturday
9:00 – 21:00
from £25 hire fee per hour
Per hour
9:00 – 21:00
from £25 hire fee per hour
All prices include VAT.
Sunday
9:00 – 21:00
from £25 hire fee per hour
Per hour
9:00 – 21:00
from £25 hire fee per hour
All prices include VAT.
Best price guarantee
Minimum booking duration: 2 hours

Capacity

  • Standing
    up to 150
  • Classroom
    up to 52

Catering and drinks

No in-house catering available
External catering allowed
Bring your own food or hire a caterer of your choice
Buyout fee for external catering
Unavailable: Kitchen facilities available for guests
No alcohol provided by the venue
No BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

  • Photo equipment Camera and photography equipment available on site
  • Natural light Room has windows or a skylight, so daylight comes in
  • Lighting equipment Professional lighting equipment for photography and filming
  • Backdrops Photography backdrops available
  • Free on-street parking
  • Unavailable: Wi-Fi available
  • Unavailable: Projector
  • Unavailable: Flatscreen TV
  • Unavailable: Whiteboard
  • Unavailable: Flipchart
  • Unavailable: PA system / speakers
  • Unavailable: Conference call facilities
  • Unavailable: Air conditioner
  • Unavailable: Storage space
  • Unavailable: Quiet space
  • Unavailable: Accommodation is available on-site

Music & sound equipment

  • Play your own music Venue allows playing your own music
  • Bring your own DJ Venue allows bringing your own DJ instead
  • No noise restrictions

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible Step-free access throughout the venue for wheelchair users
  • Accessible toilets Toilet(s) adapted for guests with disabilities
  • Ground level Guests can enter without using stairs
  • Accessible parking spot available
  • Lift to all floors
  • Cargo lift

Rules of the space

Allowed events

  • Promoted and ticketed events Events that you’re promoting or selling tickets for
  • No wedding licence
  • No Temporary Event Notices (TENs) available

Host rules

- Studio Rental Rules and Guidelines
- No Smoking
- Noise Levels
- Please keep noise to a reasonable level. Respect our neighbors.

- Decorations:
Decorations are allowed but must be approved by the management in advance. No nails, screws, or damaging adhesives are allowed on walls or ceilings.

- Capacity Limits:
Adherence to the maximum occupancy of the space is required. The room can accommodate up to 155 people standing, 111 seated in rows, or 52 seated at tables.

- Setup and Cleanup:
Guests are responsible for setting up and breaking down their event within the rental period. All personal items, decorations, and trash must be removed from the premises by the end of the rental time.

- Prohibited Activities
Illegal activities or substances are not allowed on the premises.
Open flames, fireworks, or pyrotechnics are not allowed inside or outside the studio.

- Pets
Pets are not allowed, with the exception of service animals.

- Damage and Liability
The host will be responsible for any damage to the premises or equipment. Any damages should be reported immediately to the management.

Cancellation policy: Flexible with Grace Period

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Reviews and ratings

(3 reviews and ratings - )

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SJ
Sam J.
Verified review
Photo Shoot · 6 guests · December 2025

Great environment. Courtney was very helpful and accommodating. Studio was perfectly maintained and we had a successful shoot. Will book again.

5.0
LD
Luke D.
Verified review
Photo Shoot · 2 guests · August 2025

Great space, very helpful staff, easy to set studio however you need , highly recommend for production

Nothing to add great service

5.0
L
Laythan
Verified review
Photo Shoot · 5 guests · September 2024
5.0

FAQ

Yes, we have all the colours, but not all of them are paper backdrops.

Yes, there are lots of units in the building, so there is a bit of noise between 12 and 3. After that, it is pretty quiet.


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Meet your host

courtney salmon
Member of Tagvenue since June 2024
3 Reviews
5 Rating
1h Response time
90% Response rate

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