PRIMETIME property programme Location, Location, Location is looking for eager buyers in Edinburgh and the Lothians, as recent figures confirm an increase in filming in the city.
The Channel 4 show, which pairs hopeful house-hunters with custom-matched homes in ideal locations, will be filming an Edinburgh-based episode in the spring.
It isn’t the only programme to be taking advantage of the Scottish sights, as the council’s film office supported 210 productions in Edinburgh, East Lothian and the Scottish Borders last year.
Film Edinburgh confirmed that the city hosted 186 film and TV productions in 2024, including Guillermo Del Toro’s Frankenstein and the USA’s longest running entertainment show, The Bachelor.
A spokesperson for Location, Location, Location posted to social media yesterday, calling for budding homeowners to seek help from Kirstie Allsop and Phil Spencer, the show’s insightful hosts.
They said: “Edinburgh and The Lothians: Channel 4’s Location, Location, Location are looking for chain free house-hunters in Edinburgh and The Lothians for the new series.
“Whether you’re a first-time buyer; looking for your next home; downsizing; or relocating – whatever the reason you’re moving, we’d love to hear from you.
“We’re filming our Edinburgh and The Lothians episode this spring, so if you, or someone you know, is a chain-free house hunter and need Kirstie and Phil’s world-class expertise to buy your dream home apply now by clicking the link: https://www.channel4.com/4viewers/takepart/location
“As part of Channel 4’s ongoing commitment to achieving greater inclusivity on screen, we strongly encourage candidates of all backgrounds and identities to apply.”
This year will be the 25th anniversary of the show, which has had 42 seasons and 401 episodes.
Applicants must be chain-free house hunters who can supply information about their occupation, hobbies, budget, and their ideal property.
Those wanting to go on the show must also explain why they need Kirstie and Phil’s help, and how desperate they are to move, with the option to include a video to share a bit about themselves.
Records show that last year, filming in Edinburgh was continuous from January to November across all genres.
Film Edinburgh, which is the film office for Edinburgh, East Lothian and the Scottish Borders, states that productions across these regions spent over £23m in total, £18m of which was in the Scottish capital.