Manchester Photography Studio & filming Location

The Daylight Space is a huge photography studio and filming location in Stockport, Greater Manchester. Set in an old cotton mill, the studio combines industrial character with huge natural-light windows, white brick walls, wooden floors and versatile shooting areas, With a large white infinity cove, working kitchen set, movable room sets, backdrops and props, its ideal for photoshoots , filming, fashion, lifestyle, product photography and content creation.

 

Inside my Manchester Photography Studio

Take a look inside my daylight  photography and filming studio, including the popular rooms sets and fully working kitchen set.

Studio Hire & Photography Prices

Photography & Film Studio Hire

Daylight studio hire in Stockport, Greater Manchester for photography, filming, content creation, podcasts and commercial shoots.

4hrs Studio rental (minimum booking)

£192*

8hrs Studio Rental

£360*

Family Photographer Stockport

Relaxed family photography in my Stockport Studio. Natural portraits, affordable prices and no hard sell.

£200*

Receive 5 digital images for social media and 5 large prints.

£336*

Get 10 high-res digital files suitable for print, along with 5 large prints.

Headshot & Corporate Photographer Manchester

Professional headshots, corporate portraits and brand photography in my Stockport Studio or at your workplace.

Head Shots - Choice of one Plain Background - Head and Shoulders

For just £96*, you receive your favourite 4 high-res  processed digital images.

Corporate Portraits - Brand Photography - Headshots & full length - props,

For just £240*, you  receive 10 high-res processed digital images

Product & Fashion Photographer Manchester

Product, ecommerce and fashion photography , from tabletop products to full room sets.

Product & Ecommerce Photography

Professional  product and ecommerce photography for everything from small tabletop products to furniture and full room sets. My Manchester studio offers an infinity cove, working kitchen, movable walls, white brick and beautiful natural light.

*Prices are inclusive of VAT. UK VAT Number 406 9552 84.

About Hallam Mill

Times gone by at Hallam Mill, Stockport

A short history

I first opened the doors of this huge content creation studio in 2010, located within an old cotton mill in Stockport. Imagine a blend of a New York loft apartment and a traditional Russian ballet school, filled with stunning backdrops and props, plus a huge white corner infinity cove! This creative space primarily serves as a photo studio rental and filming location, perfect for a variety of creative projects. The rental price includes lights, modifiers, stands, and more, with lighting assistance available.

Hallam Mill, Stockport, 1920

After the death of Ephraim in 1897, the building was sold to Faulders, a confectionery company known for its sweet products branded 'Squirrel', which became the company name in 1930. This name remains visible on the side of the building. In 1968, Squirrel (Squirrel Horn) vacated the premises, and since then, the space has been transformed into a thriving content creation studio. This content creation studio has gained popularity as a filming location, offering a versatile photo studio rental for various creative projects.

Happy Mondays

Since then, various small businesses have occupied the mill, with one notable example being the Moulin Rouge Music Studio. While it may be lesser known than the nearby Strawberry Studios, this content creation studio has emerged as a popular filming location and has welcomed many of Manchester's finest musicians, including The Happy Mondays, The Verve, Johnny Marr, The Doves, and Badly Drawn Boy. Additionally, the space offers a versatile photo studio rental for creative projects.

Previous clients of the Photo and video Studio

I first opened the doors of Hallam Mill Studio in 2010, it served as a base to shoot products for my wholesale business. However, as that business declined, I shifted my focus entirely to transforming the space into a premier photo studio. Since then, it has evolved into a sought-after filming location, utilized by some of the world's leading companies for both film and stills. My esteemed clients include BBC, Netflix, Gucci, Adidas, Puma, Remington, The Hut Group, Aldi, GQ, Hello Magazine and many more. Notable celebrities who have visited include Michelle Keegan, Jack Grealish, Virgil Van Dyke and Phil Foden!

The latest major updates in 2025 included a name change to a more apt 'The Daylight Space' !

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The Daylight Space

Third floor, Unit 3a Hallam Mill, Hallam Street, Stockport. SK2 6PT

07973 346207 jim@thedaylightspace.co.uk Carpark rear of Stockport Pallet Warehouse, overflow out gates 1st left. Stockport station 5 min in cab. Entrance left of Snugworld Beds, 3rd floor. Goods lift + Passenger Lift

Hours

Open 7 days a week  by appointment.

Photo & Video Studio Hire Stockport | The Daylight Space