Nkuku shot their Summer 2025 campaign at 1st Option’s Granada, a Mediterranean-style manor house in Oxfordshire. Surrounded by orchards, woodland and landscaped gardens, the location offered a sun-kissed backdrop that perfectly reflected Nkuku’s natural craftsmanship, within easy reach of London.

Granada’s generous outdoor spaces provide the perfect canvas for outdoor shoots, rooted in light, nature and sustainability.

A Mediterranean Feel in Oxfordshire

Granada captures the spirit of the Mediterranean while remaining grounded in the English countryside. The manor house sits within 60 acres of land, including orchards, ponds, fields, coppices and woodland, offering unrestricted outdoor backdrops that shift naturally with the light. This blend of European and rural calm makes Granada a rare shoot location, ideal for those seeking warmth, texture and a sense of escape without travelling abroad!

The landscaped grounds flow from one setting to the next; walled gardens, a cutting garden, croquet and magnolia lawn provide structure and softness in equal measure, while the rose pergola seating area offers the perfect romantic backdrop for lifestyle shoots.

The heated swimming pool further adds to this holiday-inflected note, expanding the creative possibilities for outdoor-led campaigns. A standout feature, the pool house, anchored by a unique plaster lounge, apex beam ceiling, large fireplace and warm wood accents offers further facilities.

Multiple shoot setups can run smoothly across the location with additional amenities including a party barn with open fire, kitchen and toilets, as well as a tennis court. 

The outdoor-first setting encourages a sense of openness and calm, supporting storytelling that is rooted in sustainability, craftsmanship and thoughtful design of which Nkuku aimed to evoke.

Why Granada Works as a UK Outdoor Shoot Location

Granada is a highly versatile shoot location, offering multiple outdoor environments within one cohesive setting. From structured gardens to poolside scenes, the estate supports a wide range of creative briefs. Its scale, variety and atmosphere make it particularly well suited to lifestyle shoots, especially those seeking a natural, Mediterranean-inspired aesthetic in the UK.

Discover Outdoor Shoot Locations with 1st Option Locations

Looking for an outdoor shoot location? 1st Option Locations represents a diverse collection of distinctive homes and estates across the UK, each offering unique settings for photography and film.

Whether your brief calls for gardens, rural landscapes or architecturally rich spaces, our friendly bookings team can help you find the perfect location for your next project.

Location: Granada, UK: https://www.1st-option.com/locations/granada 

Photography: @7am_creative Ben Robertson
Styling: @hollysneezum Holly Sneezum
Concept and art direction: @tracyyoungward Tracy Ward
Team: Nkuku @Nkuku