Gentleman Jack, BBC
We have one of the largest collections of vintage market carts and trolleys available for hire in the north. We have a wide range of market carts available from different eras. Read More
Peaky Blinders
Using Lighting Props to Create Atmosphere in TV & Film or Photography
In the world of film and television, lighting isn’t just technical, it’s emotional. It sets the tone, signals the time of day and most importantly, creates atmosphere.
While lights from the crew are essential, atmospheric lighting props are what tells the story.
A simple and direct way to introduce depth, personality and authenticity into a shot is by using ‘practical’ and atmospheric lighting.
Stockyard North is delighted to introduce an exciting new addition to our warehouse collection. Visitors may have noticed a vibrant new display area featuring more than 180 pieces of copyright-free artwork, including contemporary abstracts, original paintings, photography, and decorative prints.
We are proud to welcome Klart Art Hire to our extensive prop hire collection. Following the acquisition of Klart Art Hire last year, we can now offer a fresh and diverse range of clearance-free artwork for productions across the North West and throughout the UK.
Not only is Tibetan kitchen known for its delicious and authentic Himalayan dishes, it has also built a reputation as a true pillar of the community. From hosting local events to offering free meals to those in need, the team is celebrated just as much for their generosity and warmth as for their food. Read More
Award season celebrates the year’s best television and films, honouring outstanding talent across the industry. Everyone gets the recognition they deserve for the productions they have been working hard on.
Thank you for your continued support, we truly appreciate every one of you. As we step into a fresh year in the fast-paced world of film and television, we’re excited for the challenges ahead, from last-minute prop requests to the wonderfully bizarre. Delivering top-tier service is what we love and strive to do.
We’re proud to have been part of so many fantastic projects throughout 2025, including Netflix dramas Runaway and Guinness, the latest instalment of Danny Boyle’s 28 Years Later, BBC’s Daddy Issues, Riot Women, Waiting for the Out, and many many more.
After a challenging period for the UK’s creative industries, we’re feeling optimistic about 2026.We are hopeful for a busy year ahead, packed with great projects and collaborations. With more productions choosing to film Up North, especially in Manchester – we couldn’t be more excited for what’s to come.
Keep an eye out on our Instagram, LinkedIn and our recent website uploads to stay up to date with our ever expanding prop collection!
Check out our Stockyard Salvage page for regular uploads of budget friendly items for sale, or pop in to check out what materials we have available at our reclamation site.
Here’s to another great year from all of us at Stockyard North Prop Hire 🎬✨
Top 5 Sporting Equipment to Hire
Here we are in a brand-new year — Happy 2026 to all our valued customers!
As is customary at this time of year, following the festive overindulgence of Christmas, we’ve decided to collate our Top 5 Sporting Equipment Hires to help inspire any get-fit campaigns or creative projects you may have on the horizon.
We’re well versed in knowing what sporting equipment works best on set. Whether you need help choosing which sporting equipment would best suit the time-period you’re dressing. Or if you need a prop that will compliment and elevate the product you are selling, we’re more than happy to help you find the perfect fit.
Below is a selection of our most popular sporting equipment, all available to hire from Stockyard North.
- Crash Mats
Our extensive selection of crash mats is by far one of the most popular ranges in our sports section. They’re ideal for background dressing and covering unwanted items, while also serving an invaluable practical purpose—keeping people safe during stunt work. Read More
‘Cranford’-Stoke Rep Players
From extravagant pantomimes to vibrant musicals and gripping tragedy’s, the theatre can transport you into an imaginative world blurring the lines between material and the imagined. At Stockyard North we offer a abundance of props suitable for your theatrical needs, follow along to see if they’re to be or not to be! Read More
Dirty down ageing spray is one of the best ways to age and weather your props, with the wide range of colours and shades you can make nearly any item look aged from time, stained with cigarette smoke, or mouldy from water damage.
Pepsi
At Stockyard North, one of the most popular sections of our prop house is our vibrant and diverse collection of fake plants and flowers. These realistic, high-quality props are perfect for adding a splash of colour, texture, and life to any scene — without the fuss of real greenery. Read More
