BBC Sells EastEnders Set to AXA in Fundraising Effort

The broadcaster will lease back the site, ensuring EastEnders continues filming at its original location.

The BBC has sold its Elstree Centre, including the EastEnders set, to insurance giant AXA as part of a drive to raise funds.
The sale price has not been disclosed, but the BBC was reportedly seeking £70m.
The BBC will lease back the EastEnders site from AXA, ensuring the soap will continue to be filmed there.
The sale is part of the BBC's ongoing review of its property portfolio to provide the best value for licence fee payers.
AXA plans to redevelop the Elstree complex to capitalise on the high demand for UK film and TV studios.