Elstree Studios began its 100th anniversary celebrations on Wednesday with an official visit by our PGGB Patron His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh.
Escorted by Elstree's Head of Studios, Rebecca Hawkes, Chairman, Cllr Jeremy Newmark and accompanied by Acting CEO Michael Beavan, The Duke enjoyed an extensive tour of the studio, including visits to working TV & Film sets and their wider production village.
The tour concluded with His Royal Highness meeting staff, tenants and representatives of the local community as well as learning more about the history of the studios, where iconic films and shows such as Star Wars, The Shining, The Kings Speech and The Crown were made.
The Duke spoke passionately about the importance of the contribution that the creative industries make in the UK before unveiling a plaque to celebrate his visit and the studio’s centenary.
