Celebrating the screen industry’s outstanding location professionals
The UK Location Manager Awards committee has unveiled the shortlist for its 2026 Awards, recognising the location professionals behind some of the year’s biggest film and television productions, including Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man, Project Hail Mary and many of the UK’s leading productions.
The shortlist honours excellence across location management, unit management, supplier services and production support, recognising the individuals and teams whose skill, creativity and dedication help turn a script’s pages into the unforgettable places we see on screen.
This year’s nominees represent an extraordinary breadth of work, from global blockbusters and critically acclaimed television dramas to major streaming productions and independent British filmmaking. It’s a real testament to the depth of talent found throughout the UK screen industry.
Georgette Turner, chair of the UK Location Manager Awards, said:
“Every production relies on exceptional location professionals whose work is rarely seen by audiences but is essential to everything they watch on screen. This year’s shortlist reflects the extraordinary talent, creativity and resilience across our industry, from major international productions to independent filmmaking. Congratulations to every nominee—we look forward to celebrating with the industry in Manchester this October.”
SHORTLIST
Rising Star Award
Sponsored by Warner Bros. CrewHQ
Celebrating fresh talent already making its mark on the industry.
• Zoe Rubert
• Joel Sheldrake
• Finlay Graham
• Marian Roarty
• Lizzy Hallam
Neil Grigson Unit Manager Award
Sponsored by Blenheim Palace
Recognising excellence in unit management on set.
• Drew Payne
• Duncan Newland
• Nikki Leigh Rogers
Michael Harm Supervising Location Manager Award
Sponsored by Location Collective
Honouring the supervising location managers steering major productions from script to screen.
• Tom Woods
• James Davey
• Mike Higson
• Mark Walledge
• Camilla Stephenson
David Broader Location Supplier Award
Sponsored by Sixth Degree
For the suppliers whose reliability keeps productions running smoothly.
• Clever Trevor Film & TV
• Garside Off Road Support
Supply 2 Location
Screen Manchester Location Team Award
Sponsored by ADF and Location One
Celebrating outstanding location teams delivering standout productions.
• Richard Hill and the Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man Locations team
• Liverpool Film Office
• Camilla Stephenson and the Project Hail Mary Locations team
Outstanding Commission, Office or Agency Award
Sponsored by Boomerang Carnets
Recognising the commissions, offices and agencies supporting the industry behind the scenes.
• Focus London and The Location Guide
• AD Locations
• Location Collective
• FilmFixer
When are the Awards?
Hosted by actor Shaun Williamson, winners will be revealed at the UK Location Manager Awards on Saturday 17 October 2026 at 3pm at the Concorde Conference Centre, Manchester, bringing together location managers, production teams, film commissions, suppliers and industry leaders from across the UK screen sector.
About the UK Location Manager Awards
The UK Location Manager Awards is in its 2nd year of operation and celebrates the outstanding achievements of the professionals working behind the scenes across film, television, commercials and streaming productions. Established to recognise the creativity, leadership and logistical excellence of the UK’s location community, the Awards shine a spotlight on the individuals, teams and organisations responsible for bringing stories to life on screen.
