Planning application
PA/2026/0714
BRAY STUDIOS, DOWN PLACE, WATER OAKLEY, WINDSOR, SL4 5UG
Proposal
Redevelopment and expansion of the existing film and television studio incorporating demolition; restoration of Down Place House; retention of existing sound stages on a permanent basis and associated works; relocation of existing ancillary office and production facilities; construction of 6no. new sound stages, workshops, multi-storey car park (including security, café and cycle parking), and associated office and production facilities; backlot; landscaping; and new vehicular access and egress off Windsor Road.
As published by the council, reference PA/2026/0714
Timeline
Dates from the published record
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16 Jul 2026
Received by Bracknell Forest
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25 Jul 2026
Added to PlanIndex
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Decision
Awaiting decision
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