Creative Studio For Hire – Built By Creatives
Looking for a photography studio near Bolton with space, character and a premium editorial feel? Hyde Studios is based in Wigan, giving Bolton photographers, brands and content creators a premium studio setting within the wider Greater Manchester area. With Wigan accessible by road via the M61 and wider motorway network, Hyde Studios is a practical choice for planned shoots that need a more distinctive setting.
The studios is built and ran by VOXY Media House who have an in house team of production crew and content creators. Please contact us for production crew rates.
Simple, VAT-inclusive rates for exclusive use of Hyde Studios. Your booking time includes arrival, setup, shooting and packing down.
Hyde Studios pride ourselves on being the only studio that offers an extensive list of lighting kit free of charge for every booking. We also have an array of camera and audio equipment in house which you can hire for an additional fee.
Your hire begins with the studio and its core creative infrastructure already in place, so you are not starting with an empty room.





Hyde Studios is based in Wigan, making it a practical choice for Bolton photographers, brands and content creators looking for a premium studio within easy reach. Bolton is well connected across Greater Manchester and the wider North West, with road access via the M60, M61 and M62, plus strong bus and rail connections across the borough.
For planned shoots, Hyde Studios offers the space, atmosphere and production-ready feel of a high-end creative location without needing to travel into Manchester city centre. Nearby parking, strong transport links and a quieter setting give photographers, clients, stylists and models a more focused environment to work in. Whether you are booking a half-day session, a full creative day or a larger campaign shoot, Hyde Studios gives Bolton-based teams a distinctive studio setting that remains practical for shoots across Greater Manchester and the North West.
Set inside a beautifully restored Victorian manor in Wigan, Hyde Studios is a premium film and photography studio within easy reach of Bolton. Designed for photographers, filmmakers, brands and content creators, the studio offers a professional, visually striking environment for shoots that need more character than a standard hire space.
Founded in 2021 by international filmmakers Ryan Connor and Joe Mitchinson, Hyde Studios was created with a clear vision: to transform a hidden architectural gem into a functional, design-led creative space. Original Victorian features have been carefully restored and paired with minimalist Japanese and Scandinavian design influences, creating a studio aesthetic that feels refined, calm and distinctive on camera.
For Bolton-based creatives, brands and agencies, Hyde Studios offers a practical studio option within the wider North West. Wigan is accessible by road via the M6, M61, M62 and A580, making the studio a useful choice for teams travelling with kit, props or styling equipment.
Free On-Site
Parking
Secure Gated
Grounds
24
hr Security
Ground Floor
For Access
Full Optional
Blackout
16 x 13 AMP
Sockets
Lighting Rig Above Infinity Cove
Make-Up
Station
Window
Seating Cove
Fully Fitted
Kitchen
2 Private Bathrooms
With Shower
Interchangeable
Motorised Backdrops
Textured Lime
Wash Walls
Free Quality Coffee
From Machine
1GB Up/Down
Internet speeds
The 650 square foot studio is situated on the ground floor of the building, allowing for easy access when loading and unloading kit, props or styling equipment.
Fitted with a pre-rigged infinity cove measuring H 3.4m x W 4.6m x D 3.4m, the space gives Bolton creatives, photographers, filmmakers and content creators a clean, professional setup for stills, video, commercial shoots and campaign work.
Wigan is accessible via the M6, A580, M61 and wider North West motorway network, which helps keep the studio practical for Bolton teams travelling with equipment.
Hyde Studios is a versatile film and photography studio near Bolton, ideal for photographers, filmmakers, brands and content creators working across Greater Manchester and the wider North West. With Bolton offering strong bus and rail connections across the borough, Hyde Studios provides a practical route to a polished, visually distinctive setting for stills, video, content and campaign assets.
Hyde Studios provides a premium environment for professional photoshoots, offering a clean, design-led backdrop that suits everything from fashion and product photography to portraits and brand campaigns. The studio’s Japanese and Scandinavian-inspired interior, combined with abundant natural light and full lighting control, allows photographers to achieve a wide range of looks with ease. With high-spec lighting included and a flexible open-plan layout, it’s an ideal photography studio for both creative experimentation and commercial production.
Hyde Studios provides a premium environment for professional photoshoots, offering a clean, design-led backdrop that suits everything from fashion and product photography to portraits and brand campaigns. The studio’s Japanese and Scandinavian-inspired interior, combined with abundant natural light and full lighting control, allows photographers to achieve a wide range of looks with ease. With high-spec lighting included and a flexible open-plan layout, it’s an ideal photography studio for both creative experimentation and commercial production.
Hyde Studios provides a premium environment for professional photoshoots, offering a clean, design-led backdrop that suits everything from fashion and product photography to portraits and brand campaigns. The studio’s Japanese and Scandinavian-inspired interior, combined with abundant natural light and full lighting control, allows photographers to achieve a wide range of looks with ease. With high-spec lighting included and a flexible open-plan layout, it’s an ideal photography studio for both creative experimentation and commercial production.
Hyde Studios provides a premium environment for professional photoshoots, offering a clean, design-led backdrop that suits everything from fashion and product photography to portraits and brand campaigns. The studio’s Japanese and Scandinavian-inspired interior, combined with abundant natural light and full lighting control, allows photographers to achieve a wide range of looks with ease. With high-spec lighting included and a flexible open-plan layout, it’s an ideal photography studio for both creative experimentation and commercial production.
Trusted by Creatives Across the North West
Arman Kizir
Ryan and Joe were very accommodating, they catered for our needs, requests and went above and beyond with supplying a few accessories to our production.
We recently shot a music video there – The studio has segments and vignettes of multiple scenes to utilise. It also has a large cove (your imagination is your only limit on that)
We utilised every segment there and are looking forward to post-production.
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Amanda Bruck
Our team came to Ryan’s studio for the day for a one on one interview for a half day. It was a perfect space for us and the 4 person team we had. He was very accommodating in terms of our needs for additional lighting and sound. The space has nice natural lighting and good sound. The building is lovely and on-site parking makes it very easy to enter and set-up. Many thanks for the experience, will absolutely recommend!
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Dani Atkins
I had an extraordinary experience at Hyde Studios in Wigan! The moment I stepped into the grand Victorian building, I was captivated by its elegance and beauty. The studio’s features are simply stunning – the infinity cove space is nothing short of amazing. The decor adds an unparalleled charm to every shot. Five stars without a doubt for this exceptional studio space!
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Hiring Hyde Studios is simple and designed to give you a seamless studio rental experience from start to finish. Begin by selecting your preferred date and time, then choose the duration of your booking based on your project needs. Once confirmed, you’ll receive all the necessary information to access the studio, plan your arrival from Bolton and prepare for your shoot.
On arrival, the space will be ready for use, with access to our high-spec, Japanese and Scandinavian-inspired film and photography studio environment. All bookings include professional lighting equipment at no additional cost, helping Bolton photographers, filmmakers and content creators travel lighter without needing to bring every piece of kit with them.
Optional camera and audio gear is also available to hire on-site if required. With Bolton connected by bus, rail and road links across Greater Manchester, and Wigan accessible via the M6, M61, M62 and A580, Hyde Studios remains practical for planned half-day, full-day and campaign shoots.
Hyde Studios is in Wigan, within Greater Manchester, rather than Bolton town centre. It is designed as a destination photography studio for Bolton photographers, agencies and brands that value free parking, easy loading and several distinctive shooting environments in one place.
Allow approximately 30–45 minutes by road from central Bolton, depending on traffic. Direct trains from Bolton to Wigan Wallgate can take from around 18 minutes, with Wigan Hall approximately 0.3 miles from the station. Check live travel information before your shoot.
Hire includes exclusive use of the 650 sq ft studio for the agreed session, the infinity cove, natural-light and furnished areas, blackout capability, core professional lighting, selected modifiers and practical facilities including the make-up station, kitchen, bathrooms, Wi-Fi and parking. Check the equipment list or discuss specialist requirements before booking.
No. The published rate is for studio hire and the included equipment and facilities. You can bring your own photographer and production team. If you need a photographer, filmmaker, producer or additional crew, Hyde can discuss separately quoted support through VOXY Media House.
The studio is suitable for portraits, fashion and beauty photography, headshots, personal branding, artist press images, product and ecommerce photography, lookbooks, campaign content and branded still life. Film, interviews and short-form content can also be accommodated.
Yes. Hyde has a pre-rigged infinity cove measuring approximately 3.4m high × 4.6m wide × 3.4m deep, plus full optional blackout, motorised backdrops, textured walls and furnished natural-light areas. This allows several distinct looks within one booking.
Yes. Up to ten vehicles can use the free gated on-site parking, and the studio is on the ground floor for straightforward loading and unloading of cameras, props, products and clothing rails. Share any unusual access requirements when enquiring.
Yes. Contact Hyde Studios to arrange a viewing and discuss the intended shoot, access, equipment and session length. A viewing is especially useful for larger teams, set builds or productions with detailed technical requirements.