References for Basford Hurst Cottage Photography Location

CharlesPhoto

I can't believe that it was April when I last saw this beautiful location on their open day. Yesterday I had the opportunity to work there myself with the resident model, Miss_C. Pre-shoot communications were excellent, and Leanne welcomed me on arrival with a lovely cup of coffee. We had chance for another look around and outfit selection before we started shooting. All the rooms that we were shooting in were immaculate, and Leanne was happy for me to move things around at will.

Natural light is my passion, and I was wowed by the floor to ceiling windows on the ground floor. All the rooms are wonderful sets to shoot in, and I only covered a fraction of the opportunities there in my mornings shoot, so plenty to go back for! I had chosen to work with natural light, but I should mention that there is a fully equipped studio there as well.

A lovely space that I fully recommend to both photographers and models alike. Thank-you Leanne and Si for you kind hospitality.

RMark

My first opportunity to shoot at this amazing venue. There are a mulitude of rooms and sets to work with. All testimony to another of Leanne's talents, interior design! The effort that she has put into all the rooms is phenomenal. She has created a beautiful location to work in. A well equipped studio and lots of ambient light. I hope that its not too long before I'm back. Thank-you Leanne and Simon.

Organised Chaos

I had my 1st of MANY visits to this absolutely knock out location yesterday & I recommend you visit this place & book one of the studio owners Miss_C to have as a model (again 1st ahoot of many with Leanne yesterday which there is a reference for on her model page on here) why to book this multi faceted excellent place to book.

Leanne & Simon have made finding this studio really easy as it's on Google Maps so you will find it so easy.

The house dates back to 1889 & as such has lots of windows, wooden floors an exquisite bathroom there is just so much in this house & it is down to the passionate ownership of Leanne & Simon.

The studio has so many events coming up & I cant wait to visit again & again.

This studio has an abundance of lighting & so much to offer as it has the best centre which is Leanne & Simon.

Thankyou for an excellent time & look forward to returning soon this time with samosas, cakes , cookies.

Alec.

Arabella

I had my first shoot at this wonderful photography location last month... I was filling in for a cancellation and am so glad I finally got the chance to explore a little bit of this stunning place!

Leanne & Simon where absolutely fabulous hosts, nothing was too much trouble and upon arrival Leanne gave us a tour of the place and all it has to offer.

And wow was a beautiful location, full of character and stunning areas to create amazing images!...

It's both a photographer & models dream playground!...

The efforts they have gone to in restoring and renovating are second to none!

I was made to feel super comfortable throughout my time there, fluffy dressing gowns, hot drinks my own gorgeous changing room, what more can a model need!...

I'm glad to see that the location is super popular and doing well as the place and it's fabulous owners deserve it!

Highly recommended to both models and photographers who want to shoot somewhere both stunning, but welcomming!

Thanks again! I cannot wait to come back!

Arabella X

Myrddin

It is always difficult to add to a place where all the references before say so much.

This is though one of the most superb locations I have ever shoot at.

Everything is so professional from the communications with such detail in the location etc to the way in which Leanne arranges and organises shoots etc.

One shoot is not enough to appreciate the sheer depth of the space and the imagination does wander when shooting to what you could shoot next to where.

A throughly enjoyable first shoot and two more booked in.

Many thanks Leanne and of course Simon for allowing us to be able to enjoy your home.

Gwendoline Ginoux

I had my first studio day at Basford and it was absolutely perfectly amazing!

Communication with Leanne around the organisation was excellent. She was very helpful, full of good advices and she managed to fully book my studio day. The day flew very fast and the photographers who attended were all really lovely and nice.

About the venue, it is absolutely beautiful. It's bigger that what I though and there were so many different and amazing spaces to shoot in. The changing room was very cosy and Leanne made sure that I was feeling like home.

I have already planned 2 future shoots at the cottage and I just can't wait to come back!

Thank you so much Leanne and thank you to Simon who was as lovely as her x

Tinyphotographyldn

Got to shoot at this amazing location, for a charity shoot

Was such a great day and the host miss_c was so amazing, and I actually got to shoot with her which was great, would definitely recommend to any photographers or models.

otteypm

I first saw Basford house when the open days were being promoted, I couldn't make it along to those so thought I need to get booked in for a shoot myself. Easy and efficient to get booked in and loads of info was shared as I discussed my shoot plans.

The hosts are brilliant, very welcoming and on hand for help and advice if you need it.

The location is amazing, loads of opportunities to shoot with a great range of spaces that suit natural light shoots or artificial light in equal measure. there is a range of improvements going on so there should be even more to do there, I spent all day shooting and only scratched the surface of what could be done.

Very highly recommended :-)

Hunty

Wow, yesterday was my first shoot at the cottage with the lovely Erica Mulkern.

I had met the owners previously and they are both lovely.

The house is stunning with so many opportunities. A new patio area is nearing completion.

Nothing is too much trouble for Leanne and everything is so well organised with drinks flowing freely and a ready supply of Kit Kats.

The place is awesome and I can't wait to the next time I'm there.

Highly recommended :)

Ballerina Erica Mulkern

I have just got back from the most amazing 2 studio days at Basford Hurst and... wow!

Where to start?!

I stayed overnight at Basford and the room was cleaner than 5* hotels! So cosy and beautiful.

The changing room is warm and spacious and everything is thought about- from custom BHC robes to makeup remover to biscuits etc.

The venue is to die for! There are SO many rooms to choose from and plenty of lighting options too- giving everyone exactly what they want.

Leanne was on hand all the time throughout my 2 days and was nothing but a sweetheart (and the days are very long!). She was so helpful and always put my comfort first, which means a huge amount to me.

Simon was lovely and I really enjoyed his company too!

Overall, Basford is just as beautiful as the pictures (maybe more so?) and Leanne and Simon are absolute super stars.

I cannot recommend this place enough and I am already plotting some future events!

♥

Xxx

I.Eva.Art

I attended a photoshoot event organised by Leanne in her stunning location. The communication before the shoot and the instruction were very clear and with lots of attention. The space is just breathtaking and it was worthwhile travelling from London for a day. The admin was perfect as well as the coordination between the photographers. I will definitely come back! Also looking forward to the new areas as there is a great piece of work being done to the garden, the pond and additional shooting space!

Sheff

Fantastic first visit to Basford Hurst! Leanne is an amazing host, attentive, organised and an wonderful communicator. The location itself is extremely attractive with a great variety of locations and rooms available to shoot in. We were particularly blessed with loads of natural light during the day I spent there. With outside locations also available, what is there not to love? Thoroughly recommended and i'll be returning in the near future.

Paul B 2023

Had a great shoot today with BALLERINA ERICA MULKERN at Basford Hurst Cottage. What a beautiful setting. Leanne welcomed us to her home/studio on arrival, showed us around before the shoot started, and was altogether a great host for the session. The event ran like clockwork. It was my first time shooting with Erica. She's a true professional and lovely to work with. I'll be back!

The Mad Hatter

Booked in on the studio day with Ballerina Erica Mulkern at this fabulous venue. Leanne, our host and studio owner made us most welcome and had organised a terrific day featuring the grace and beauty of Erica matched so well to her stunning home studio. The 4 hours was very well planned yet felt relaxed and I thoroughly enjoyed the day. A mix of natural light photography and some studio style flash work gave me a wonderful set of images from four different sets. Absolutely delighted with today’s visit and highly recommend this beautiful location to other creatives. Thank you Leanne, looking forwards to my next visit 😊

megapixel2448

Did a group shoot today with BALLERINA ERICA MULKERN the shoot was very well organized, we were given a warm welcome on arrival and a guided tour of the stunning location. I would definitely recommend this location for a shoot and hope to return in the future.

Dave E

Yesterday I attended a photo-shoot at Basford Hurst Cottage Photography Location.

The venues locations and shoot opportunities are well documented, but yesterday I became aware of another dimension to the location.

On group shoots you sometimes have an element of down time, this location offers a pleasant sociable and comfortable environment for photographers to use during this period.

Welcoming hosts, Drinks, Kit Kat’s and a great environment to talk to your fellow photographers is a strong positive.

So if you are looking to stage an even put this location at the top of your list.

Very Highly Recommended

Michael J Photography

I had my second shoot at this fabulous venue a few days ago. Quite simply this is a venue with endless possibilities. A simply stunning place for a photoshoot. There are many different rooms all of which are fabulously appointed. Also a fabulous amount of private land outside which can make it look like you are almost anywhere in the uk countryside.

The two hosts are very friendly and welcoming and galvanise what is just a stunning location.

Very highly recommended. As the well known actor said, "I'll be back" :-)

Wayne.shardelow

Had my first shoot at Basford, with Erica for a ballet themed shoot, the 3 rooms we used were amazing, there’s an abundance of locations around the property too that can be used, Leanne and Simon were great hosts, made you feel at home and almost part of the family.

The rooms give plenty of natural light, they are meticulously clean and tidy, the styles and shots you can get here are as much as the mind can conjure up, can’t wait to plan another session here.

Highly recommend making Basford one of the studios you must visited

Mistyy

Such a stunning location and cottage

Each room is beautiful and unique and super clean and tidy

On arrival I was kindly greeted and given a tour of the cottage, shown around the changing room and offered a drink - excellent welcoming!

I would definitely return to shoot again, so many beautiful areas and even an outdoor area with a stunning little bridge!

Thanks for your hospitality!

Misty ♥

Luana Elena

First time shooting here and I looooove it!! Very welcoming, helpful and kind, was lovely talking to you and would definitely love to shoot there again :)

I would 100% recommend this place for anyone! So many amazing rooms to shoot in and the outdoors is just beautiful x