The River Thames is one of the most sought-after locations for aerial cinematography in London, providing stunning visuals of iconic landmarks, modern cityscapes, and historic riverbanks. At Cinecraft, we offer specialist drone filming services on the Thames, ensuring compliance with all aviation and waterway regulations while capturing breathtaking footage.
London’s River Thames is a prime location for aerial filming, featuring:
✔️ Iconic Landmarks – Tower Bridge, The Shard, Westminster, Canary Wharf & more.
✔️ Diverse Visuals – From modern skyscrapers to historic architecture.
✔️ Exclusive Access – Capture unique angles from the water.
✔️ Reduced Ground-Level Restrictions – Helps meet legal separation distances from people & vehicles.
✔️ Efficient Transport – Move quickly between key London filming locations by boat.
📍 Did you know? EGR160 restrictions apply only to manned single-engine helicopters, not drones. This common misconception often leads to unnecessary concerns, but with the right approvals, aerial filming on the Thames is fully achievable. We ensure all drone productions adhere to the correct regulations, avoiding unnecessary restrictions.
In January 2024, we provided Drone Boat Hire On The River Thames for Dronescope, a leading drone filming company, as part of a high-profile aerial shoot on the Thames. Our team handled:
✅ PLA Filming Licenses & UAV Permits
✅ NATS Airspace Approvals
✅ Drone Boat Charter for Safe UAV Operations
The combination of Dronescope’s aerial cinematography expertise and our marine coordination & drone boat charter ensured a smooth, efficient, and fully compliant production.
We'll help you to select the most suitable boat for your drone filming needs.
Secure your slot with a simple deposit and a little bit of paperwork.
Depending on where you are filming you may need approval and we look after this for you
We’ll have the boat crew ready and waiting for you on your shoot day(s).
Get in touch with us with a brief of your project and the services needed for a tailored quote.
Get in touch to discuss your project and secure the right boat for your shoot. Let’s bring your vision to life on the water!🚤🎬
Need expert drone filming over the River Thames? We handle all logistics, permits, and on-water support.
📩 Email: hello@cinecraft.uk
Whether you need a film boat, a drone platform, or complete marine logistics support, we have the expertise and equipment to bring your vision to life.