References for Basford Hurst Cottage Photography Location

CharlesPhoto

I was lucky enough to attend the Michael Morris Workshop last Sunday at Basford Hurst Cottage Studio. I was once again, wowed by the beautiful location, and all that it has to offer. I was also touched by the warm welcome that I received from Leanne and Si. I was greeted with a smile and a mug of coffee, and we had a good old natter before everyone arrived. During the course of the day, Leanne was on hand to offer drinks, a lovely lunch, and even flowers to use in our image composition for the workshop. I love what those guys are doing up there. They have created a beautiful space where you can create images in a warm, friendly, and relaxed environment. Highly recommended.

nicholas1

I have been to Basford Hurst a few times now and it is always worth the visit.

Lianne was there to welcome me for an afternoon slot with Ashleigh Rae.

As usual, she was both friendly and hospitable welcoming me to her studio.

The venue is forever developing and creating new areas outside the property especially.

For me personally the outside has a magical, natural feel. On the inside, the light on the four sides of the property gives different looks as the day goes by.

Quality models are now regular and it gives artists or photographers of whatever level the chance to experience something different in Staffordshire.

Thank you Lianne, its always a pleasure to see you again!

Nick

Phox Photography

I had the great fortune to participate in a studio day at Basford with the Ashleigh Rae and hosted by the owner Leanne.

I arrived in time for the shoot and the studio was immaculate with acres of room inside and out. Leanne spoke of the additions since my last visit 3 months ago including new lighting options for the photographer.

All this discussed with a welcome coffee. Nothing was too much to ask and it was impossible to do the shoot without treating the studio with the same care and respect as the owners do.

A great location that’s an inspiration to photographer and model and highly recommended.

Ashleigh Rae

Oh my goodness, what a place.

Super grateful for my sold out studio day!

The location is stunning, & I highly recommend it to all photographers.

Each room speaks for itself, and I describe it as the perfect creating space.

To add, Lianne was flawless in organising my day, and is such a fabulous host.

Thank you again for having me! I cannot wait until next time.

Taylor's Photography

My first time visiting Basford Hurst Cottage, on arrival Leanne welcomed me and gave me a tour of the shooting areas. The atmosphere is very relaxed and help is on hand should you need it.

So much opportunity at this wonderful venue, on this occasion I shot portraits with Ashleigh Rae mainly with the fantastic ambient light from the large windows.

I would definitely recommend Basford Hurst, and hope to shoot here again in the near future.

Thank you so much for your hospitality Leanne, it was lovely to meet you.

George000

Just returned home from my first shoot at the remarkable and wonderful Basford Hurst Cottage Photography Location. I was very impressed with the variety and quality of the various locations which were available to shoot from, and indeed we got some elegant images in all locations ranging from the Bridge across the river and the woodlands to the drawing room, dining room, bathroom and even the derelict cellar area which had a fantastic area of natural light. The assistance and hospitality provided by Miss C, was also very welcome. I would love to return to shoot at this studio again for a future shoot and have no hesitation in recommending this venue to other photographers. Thanks to all.

Kevin R

My first visit to Basford Hurst Cottage (for Nicole Rayner's and Sally Sparrow's Stripped Back workshop) but definitely not the last. A bit of a challenge to find but once there it's a stunning venue with plenty of places to shoot both inside and out. Highly recommended!

Somph

A first for me at Basford. My satnav did what I was warned it would, and took me behind the cottage where there is no entrance (or mobile signal)! It's a beautiful location, both inside and in the grounds around the main cottage. The outbuilding is intriguing, offering a more grunge look than the upmarket main building. The grounds are varied within a short distance of the buildings. Although I had access to the whole house, I only used three rooms, but these were perfect for what I needed. It would be good to be able to return in the future.

Steve Mitchell

My first visit to this wonderful location. Pre-shoot communication to make the booking was excellent and I received a comprehensive fact sheet prior to the shoot which I found very useful. Leanne is an excellent host and I received a warm welcome and a tour of the venue on arrival. The venue itself is absolutely stunning and has been restored with great love and taste. We were fortunate to have a sunny day and the natural light flooding through the windows was excellent. The venue also includes a number of wooden panelled rooms that are excellent with moody studio lighting which we tried towards the end of our shoot. Very highly recommended and I hope to visit again in the future.

Andy Flincher

Had my first shoot at Basford Hurst cottage photography studio and what a fantastic place..it has everything a photographer would love in a studio..and I would definitely go back in a heartbeat...and Lianne is a lovely host..I would recommend Basford Hurst photography studio to all photographer's and models..

Rod Ramsay Photography

I had the opportunity to have a photoshoot at this amazing photographic studio, our communication was spot on!

When I arrived at had a look around the gardens and the house, I thought to myself where do I start, such an incredible place so many opportunities, beautiful light filtering through the trees, the house itself, is a stunning work of art, you could spend a couple of days there, and you wouldn’t have shot, everywhere, every time I looked around oh wow there’s another area we can shoot in!

Will I be back next time I am back in England yes I will, and I look forward to be going out for dinner with the lovely owners of this place, I wish you well for the future!

Mick Egan

You can see from the images what a great location this is to shoot, but it's not until you start Leanne's tour, do you really get to appreciate how amazing this place really is! And the bonus, coffee as soon as I arrived!

I had so much planned but was quite overwhelmed with some of the rooms, so most of my half day booking was spent shooting art nude both inside and outside the property, with so much to offer.

There is plenty of natural light, even when it was overcast I only felt the need to use lights for specific shots. Quite simply, the cottage has everything, but being in a private location with no one around just made for an ever better experience.

I will not only recommend Basford as a must place to shoot, but I have already booked it for a whole day in October.

Thank you so much to Leanne for her hospitality.

shutterman

I want to add my voice to the chorus of photographers and models singing the praise of this new diamond of a studio that has emerged recently in the midlands.

I worked at Basford Hurst over two days with the beautiful model owner Miss_C and cannot speak highly enough of the creative shooting opportunities this important new facility offers.

Brilliantly run by Leanne (Miss_C) the studio presents a miriad of indoor and outdoor sets from boudoir to urbex to naturist, all within private secluded grounds. As if that weren't enough, many of the top models on the PP register are based just a few miles from the studio doors.

This location has already achieved premier league status and things will only get better, mark my words. Their calender is busy so book soon!

trebor images

I had my first shoot at BHC where I worked with Cariad Cells for a couple of hours. I wanted to have a look at the location after hearing good things about it.

This an extremely versatile location - indoors and out doors with plenty of opportunity to use natural light or studio flash. Leanne was very welcoming and provided drinks on arrival and was on hand for anything else you needed.

Highly recommended :)

Cariad Celis

I think I just had my 4th shoot at Basford Hurst and this time a full solo studio day :) I was lucky to book this date in shortly after they opened and I am so glad I did, this is by far one of my favourite places to shoot and as you can see from their calendar it is sought after too!

Leanne and Simon whom live in this magical place are the most wonderful hosts, I and many others can’t thank them enough for opening up their home for us all to enjoy and use as a studio come private woodland space.

The Cottage has an abundance of opportunities both indoors and outdoors and with the natural light cascading around the property a full days shoot here is easily done. You can create new and exciting images in the same place at different times of day depending on the light.

I am looking forward to returning again in a week for an event with Sally Sparrow and Nicole Rayner :)

See you soon Basford!

Thank you for having me again Leanne thank you and for all the work you do both on the day and behind the scenes, your help with admin is really appreciated on these days :)

Highly recommended!!

Caz x

In Search of That Perfect Shot..............

3rd visit to this studio so it must be a great place to shoot from. I shot with Cariad and we used lots of different sets/backdrops. When I'm shooting one set it's very difficult to plan the next as there's so much choice! We used the outdoor area mostly, my first time at shooting outdoors at Basford but I found it to be fabulous. Many thanks Leanne for welcoming me into your home again.

Studio 55 Photography

This was my second visit Basford Hurst this time for a studio day with the wonderful Jessica Wall and Katey Model. The venue as always was perfect with Leanne on hand to help and provide refreshments. The models were excellent working together like they were old friends(this was the first time they had met !!) we created some amazing images around Basford Hurst and the choice of outfits the models wore complemented the surrounds. 100% recommended

Dave.Briggs.Photo

I cannot express how wonderfuil this venue is. So many options in one place. Leanne and Simon are perfect hosts too.

The results from shoots here speak for themselves. We created some real magic images from my shoot with Heather. We will definitely be back to work her again. Thank you for giving creatives the opportiunity to work here.

John Downey BSc

10th August 2023: Shoot arranged at very short notice following cancellation of another booking at Basford Hurst Cottage Studio, of which Miss_C is owner. Pre-shoot communications fast and concise. Miss_C as studio owner was very knowledgeable about the best places to shoot around the extensive location.

I have shot at Basford before, and had a mental list of places to shoot around the property this time, trying to achieve 'the full set', but ran out of time ! No hesitation in giving a Very Highly Recommended rating, and no doubt in my mind that I will be back again, in fact I have just booked a charity shoot here on Sunday 3rd September 2023 and look forward to shooting in other locations around the property to achieve 'the full set' !

xheather30x1

What can I say! I'm moving in! 🤣

Absolutely stunning location, ridiculous amount of potential for all types of shoots and variation, leanne was extremely welcoming, personalised touches made it feel very special, everything from hair ties, tampons, towels, snacks, drinks hair clips, make up remover, hair dryers are all things that make you feel that your presence is really wanted and appreciated.

I can not recommend enough! Basford hurst is an absolute must. I was blown away, and the lighting is just beautiful very little help needed on that front the entire place just makes modelling so easy! Thankyou for allowing people to come and create stunning images in this beautiful building 👏👏👏