Theobalds Park Farm, Great Cambridge Road, Goffs Oak

Application 7/22/0287/F

The application seeks to redevelop the site to create a new film and media studio complex, including demolition of existing structures and change of use to existing listed buildings, construction of stage workshops and ancillary studio facilities, and other infrastructure and associated works.

We note that this proposal is one of several similar related to the expansion of the film and television production industry in Hertfordshire. CPRE Hertfordshire believes that an entirely new commercial venture should be located where there would be greater economic benefit. Major film and TV studios are not limited to a specific location, and an alternative location should be sought when constraints are significant, as in Broxbourne.