FACTUAL AND OBSERVATIONAL TV · RETURNING SERIES SPECIALISTTHE DRONE UNIT
PRODUCERS KEEP
BRINGING BACK
Trusted across returning factual series and one-off documentary commissions alike — broadcast-grade aerial filming, delivered reliably, series after series.
Our Services
Broadcast-Grade Aerial Cinematography.
Every Discipline. Every Production.
Every Discipline. Every Production.
Film & TV
Drone Cinematography
Broadcast-grade aerials for drama, documentary and feature productions.
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News & Press
News & Press Drone Filming
Fast-response aerial coverage for breaking news, live events and press work.
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FPV & Specialist
FPV Drone Filming
First-person-view cinematic sequences for drama, sport and commercial productions.
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Photography
High-Quality Aerial Photography
Cinematic stills from the air for editorial, commercial and architectural use.
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Photography
Publicity Photography
On-set and location publicity stills for broadcast productions and PR campaigns.
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Commercial
Business & Marketing
Brand films, company profiles and promotional content for businesses of all sizes.
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Specialist
Timelapse & Hyperlapse
Dramatic moving timelapses and hyperlapses for broadcast and commercial use.
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Inspection
Aerial Inspections
Safe, precise drone inspections of structures, roofs, infrastructure and assets.
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PDRA-01 Authorised
BBC
ITV
Netflix
Ch4
Sky
Disney+
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Browse hundreds of broadcast-quality 4K aerial clips filmed across the UK, ready to license and download today. No planning, no waiting, no drone crew required.
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Image Enhancement
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No Reshoots Required
Construction Timelapse
Seasonal Housing Timelapse
Product Video Production
FPV Automotive Film
AI Lifestyle Film
Visual Transformation
Fraction of the Cost
Unreal Visuals
AI-Generated Film
Image Enhancement
Flood Risk Visualisation
No Reshoots Required
Construction Timelapse
Seasonal Housing Timelapse
Product Video Production
FPV Automotive Film
AI Lifestyle Film
Visual Transformation
Fraction of the Cost
Planning something sensitive or permissions-heavy?
We're happy to talk it through before anything is agreed.
We're happy to talk it through before anything is agreed.
Client Testimonials
Trusted by the Best in Broadcasting
We've had the privilege of working with leading broadcasters and production teams — here's what they had to say.
Phil is my go to drone guy. We've collaborated on a variety of travel programmes including Hold the front Page and Rosie Jones Trip Hazard, filming from FPV action sequences to beautiful sunset timelapses.
Creative, independent, always giving me amazing extra shots and on top of that he's a lovely friendly guy too.
Looking forward to working with him again on my next show
We have worked with Phil over several years and we have used his skills on many of our shows including Helicopter ER, Masters of Reinvention and Cumbria : The Lakes and The Coast.
He fits in perfectly with our production teams and we'll definitely work with Phil again.
Phil has produced some exemplary drone work on our productions at Daisybeck Studios including Fletchers Farm, Yorkshire Vet and Springtime on the Farm.
He has a great talent and passion for capturing stunning aerial footage that enhanced the visuals of our programs.
Hi Phil, just wanted to drop you a line and say your drone shots have come out brilliantly for Shop Smart, Save Money: Channel 5- they've really upgraded the show! Thanks again.
As the creator and series producer of Canal Boat Diaries, I’ve worked with Phil for the past six years.
His stunning drone camerawork is a vital part of each episode, capturing the landscapes and atmosphere that bring the series to life. Beyond his talent, he’s a great person to work with - reliable, creative, and a real asset on location.
On Gentleman Jack we had Halo Vue who are a local drone company and Phil, who did a brilliant job. It was interesting to see somewhere like Shibden Hall as it’s quite difficult to describe as a location from the ground.
Phil Fearnley is a consummate professional and an absolute asset to any production team. His work on Vintage Voltage brought a whole new dimension to the series.
Professional, talented and reliable, Phil is that rare thing, both a highly skilled operator and a thoroughly nice guy to boot. It’s always a pleasure to work with Phil, and his drone work is beautiful.
Phil was a joy to work with and was the life and soul of the crew.
Would work with him again in a heartbeat.
I have worked with Phil Fearnley and Halo Vue for several years and on a good number of high profile shows. Phil is always prompt, quick to understand the brief, adaptable, professional and good company. I would have no hesitation at all in recommending Halo Vue to others.
Working with Phil and Halo Vue gave me the chance to stand back and do my job as I had 100% faith that they would deliver beautiful drone shots without the need for me to be watching over a monitor. The results these guys produced are some of the best I have seen and would always get my clients to use Halo Vue.
I’ve known Phil Fearnley for some time and finally had the good sense to bring him on board for a few recent shoots. He brings a calm assurance to the set - the kind that only comes with real expertise. His multi-drone work is precise, cinematic, and quietly spectacular.
I had the pleasure of working with Phil Fearnley at Halo Vue Drone Services, and I couldn’t be more impressed. Phil is exceptionally knowledgeable and reliable—his expertise was clear from the outset. Not only did he deliver work that was perfectly on brief and second to none in quality, but he also offered great advice throughout.
Broadcast Credits
You've Seen Our Work.
You Just Didn't Know It Was Us.
You Just Didn't Know It Was Us.
Just Wrapped
Aerial unit on a new Disney+ documentary — multi-location broadcast drone filming, delivered under full CAA authorisation.
UK & Europe Coverage
13 Years.
One Operator.
Zero Compromise.
One Operator.
Zero Compromise.
Broadcast-grade aerial cinematography from West Yorkshire, available across the UK and Europe.
13+
Years Experience
9,200+
Flights Logged
£5M
PL Insurance
Broadcaster Approved
BBC
ITV
Netflix
Channel 4
Sky
Disney+New
CAA PDRA-01 Authorised
GVC · A2 CofC · Verified
1st Option Safety Approved
Film & TV Supplier Vetting
Full UK & Europe Coverage
Short-Notice · Same-Day Response
Independent Editorial Coverage
Featured in the Press
Halo Vue's television drone work has been covered by Yorkshire Life and by British Cinematographer, the specialist magazine for the film and TV camera industry.
As featured in
Yorkshire Life
Meet the Man Behind Yorkshire's TV Drone Shots
An editorial feature on founder Phil Fearnley: his Yorkshire roots, his move from photography into aerial cinematography, and his drone work on Happy Valley, Gentleman Jack, Countryfile, The Yorkshire Vet and Canal Boat Diaries.
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As featured in
British Cinematographer
July 2021
Sky Risers: Aerial Filming
Kevin Hilton's industry feature on aerial cinematography includes Phil's insights on drone filming for film and TV, highlights Halo Vue's work on Emmerdale, Gentleman Jack and Vera, and showcases four of his aerial photographs.
Read Feature ↗From the Field
Behind the Lens.
Beyond the Frame.
Beyond the Frame.
Stories, shoots and insights from 13+ years of broadcast aerial cinematography across the UK and Europe.
Featured Projects
This Is What
Broadcast-Grade
Looks Like.
Broadcast-Grade
Looks Like.
Watch highlights from recent productions across TV, film and branded content.
Why Halo Vue
Broadcast-grade aerials.
Every production. Every time.
We offer broadcast-quality aerial filming for TV and film productions across the UK. Operating with full CAA approval and PDRA-01 authorisation, we combine safety and precision with £5m+ insurance on every shoot.
"Great aerials don't overpower the story — they serve it."
13+
Years experience
£5m
Insured
CAA
PDRA-01
BBC
ITV · Netflix · Sky
We're happy to talk through feasibility, access and safety before anything is agreed.