GRANADA TV ghost sign

Granadaland

Discover the old Granada Studios site in central Manchester, a creative hub that thrived from the 1960s to the 2010s. Our collection captures the essence of this iconic location, showcasing behind-the-scenes glimpses of its fascinating history after TV production moved away. These evocative photographs explore the remnants of a space that once birthed beloved television shows, revealing the charm and character of the studios that shaped British entertainment. Perfect for fans of television history or those with a passion for urban exploration, these limited edition prints are available to celebrate the legacy of Granada Studios

GRANADA TV ghost sign

GRANADA TV ghost sign

This body of work was commissioned by Allied London who are developing this site. With thanks to Hayley Flynn and Katie Popperwell.

Signage from the Granada Studio Tours

Signage from the Granada Studio Tours

Base of old transmitter mast

Base of old transmitter mast

Behind the scenes of a police station

Behind the scenes of a police station

Granada Tours Flea Pit Cinema

Granada Tours Flea Pit Cinema

Motion Cinema from the 1990's

Motion Cinema from the 1990's

The Baronial Hall, Granada Studio Tours

The Baronial Hall, Granada Studio Tours

Photographic backdrop for Coronation Street

Photographic backdrop for Coronation Street

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Night club set

Night club set

Salford Junction Canal Tunnel beneath the studio

Salford Junction Canal Tunnel beneath the studio

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Studio stairs

Studio stairs

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Studio 1

Studio 1

Above the roof panels we found studio lighting rails from the first of the studios at Granada, where the Beatles had one of their early television performances.

Rovers Return, Part of the Studio Tours

Rovers Return, Part of the Studio Tours

Sooty

Sooty

Sooty looking out of this hole to entertain the queue for his show.

Control buttons for the theme park

Control buttons for the theme park

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Dressing Room 1

Dressing Room 1

Radio transmitter equipment

Radio transmitter equipment

Back stage, Coronation Street

Back stage, Coronation Street

Television Control Room

Television Control Room

Top floor in the Bonded Warehouse

Top floor in the Bonded Warehouse

Rooftop of the Bonded Warehouse

Rooftop of the Bonded Warehouse

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Metrolink set

Metrolink set

The edge of Coronation Street

The edge of Coronation Street