Small footprint.
Discreet, handheld filming focused on the building and its details, with consideration for visitors and the everyday life of the venue.
THE UK’S STORIES. ONE PLACE AT A TIME.
HISTORY.
LOOK CLOSER.
Extraordinary stories. Hiding in plain sight.
Original short films that take you into the past.
OUR FIRST COLLECTION — LONDON
STARTING IN LONDON
Pick a place.
Find its story.
Three films to start exploring.
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01 / LONDONBeneath the chapel
Vaulted arches reveal a quieter side of London.
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02 / LONDONTudor London. Still here.
A glimpse of the past beside a busy modern road.
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03 / LONDONA bridge. A lost river.
Holborn Viaduct has more to its story than meets the eye.
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THIS IS HISTORY NOW UK
History doesn’t
stand still.
History Now UK is here to explore the UK’s stories through the places that hold them. We make short educational films with original location footage and researched storytelling.
We’re starting in London: its landmarks, hidden corners and details you might otherwise walk past. One place. A fresh perspective. A reason to look again.
INDEPENDENT FILMS / ORIGINAL FOOTAGEFOR VENUES & HERITAGE SPACES
Your place.
A story to share.
Received a filming enquiry from us?
Here’s how we approach each location.
Clear arrangements.
Access, suitable times and restrictions are discussed with you. Each location’s rules and permissions guide what can be filmed.
History, opened up.
Original footage, researched storytelling and AI-generated narration help introduce historic places to a wider audience.
An independent project. Featured locations do not imply endorsement or partnership.