Why Wales?

Competitive tax rates, affordable commercial property and a comparatively low cost of living make Wales a cost effective place to do business.If you are considering Wales as a base for your production, we also offer a bespoke funding and support package on top of UK tax incentives. 

Our Production Fund offers support to productions that want to shoot in Wales, while our dedicated team offers an additional service to help you source locations, crew and facilities. Since 2020 we have invested over £26 million in film and TV productions made here including Sex Education, House of the Dragon and His Dark Materials.

If games development is your focus, our recent funds range from development to scale up, as well as hands-on support for international partners to help turn your idea into a commercial success. From prototype to global launch – we’re with you all the way!

We are hugely proud of Wales' creative talent. Whether it’s actors, storytellers, musicians, film crews or games developers, we are passionate about nurturing talent and put skills development at the heart of everything we do. We support skills programmes across all our creative sectors from apprenticeships and trainee placements through to upskilling people for progression.

Universities in Wales recognise the continued growth in the creatives industries and are continually adapting and improving their offer to meet changing demands. Our strong links with industry, universities and training providers across Wales mean we can help you tap into this talent pool.

As well as a successful Film and TV industry,  we have a growing games ecosystem and a vibrant music scene. If you are looking to collaborate, we can connect you to talented creatives across all our priority sectors from artists, composers and publishers to games developers and animators. 

If you are considering bringing your games company to the UK, Wales has a growing reputation as a place where creatives can find the space, talent and support to do their best work. Explore the benefits of locating in Wales and the bespoke support we can provide to the games sector.

Wales is a Celtic nation with it's own distinct culture and language. Our beautiful landscapes, rich heritage and friendly people all make Wales a great place to live, work and play.

Supported by a close-knit creative scene, and with access to new talent, Wales provides room to grow without the high costs or pressures of bigger cities. Whether you are looking for peace and quiet, adventure or 'hwyl' (fun) in the city - you will always get a croeso cynnes Cymreig (warm welsh welcome).