Mike’s Blog

No matter which part of the country your production is filming: The South West, Wales, The Midlands, The North East, London or Scotland, with my van full of kit and tank of petrol I’m on the doorstep of your next shoot. I’m at home filming on location, in the studio...

Bargain Hunt fairy cakes... 🧁🤤 An enjoyable couple of days filming BBC's Bargain Hunt with Caroline Hawley and Natasha Raskin Sharp.💸🧁 Always great fun, crew and productions - look forward to shooting a few bargains in the future.🎥 Keep an eye out for the programme!...

As an experienced cameraman, I am comfortable shooting outside broadcasts for events such as football, motor racing, concerts and many others! I am happy in the tunnel getting the build up to the match, pitch side covering the game or in the studio; track side at a...

Countryfile 7pm this evening is in Herefordshire looking at the great hop revival. 😁 Director Erika, Presenter Anita, Soundie Adam, 2nd Camera Osian, Researcher Lauren and Interpreter Pascal 🎥 #MikeCaine #hopsharvest #Cameraman #lightingcameraman...

Back again filming with the BBC for their programme - Countryfile. Here I am with the Countryfile team and film crew on a rain-soaked shoot trying to capture shots of beavers! At least our mood wasn't dampened! A very enjoyable day out all around and looking forward...

Not a bad way to end an enjoyable summer, touring the beautiful Scotland, from the Highlands to the Islands. Scotland is a place I hold very close to my heart. Every time I return I am always stunned by the beauty and calmness of the Scottish wilderness. There is...

A brilliant couple of days filming Hops Harvet in Herefordshire Here I am with Director Erika, Presenter Anita, Soundie Adam, 2nd Camera Osian, Researcher Lauren and Interpreter Pascal I hope everyone has a great weekend #MikeCaine #hopsharvest #Cameraman...

One for the memories! A great day filming once again for the BBC on their hugely popular programme, Countryfile. Even got the braces back on for a bit of abseiling - maybe not as nimble as I once was... abseiling Pictured here with Presenter Ellie Harrison, Director...

Back with a familiar face filming last week. Was a great day working again with flower enthusiast Peter Seabrook, an extremely talented Gardener and Columnists for the Sun Newspaper. Another a great day shooting and always a pleasure to work with Peter! #MikeCaine...

Another enjoyable day of filming last week! This time at the stunning Durham Cathedral with Gavin from Arty, Inc. This is not my first time filming in Durham, but I always enjoy coming back to see the sights! Keep an eye out for more behind the scenes photos coming...

I had a great couple of days filming the BBC Countryfile Calendar Photo Competition. Make sure to keep an eye out for the judges: John Craven, Simon King and a certain Cerys Mathews! Don’t forget to take part in selecting the overall winner and purchasing your...

If I’ve been a bit quiet with you this week you might be thinking there’s something fishy going on with Mike; and that’s because there literally has been! Great to be working Bob Mortimer, Paul Whitehouse and Gone Fishing team. Message me on here if you think I can...

Had a wonderful time filming some beautiful scenery for the Chelsea Flower Show last week. Always great getting out in the gardens filming designers and growers for the BBC’s Chelsea Flower Show programme. Follow me as I explore movies and TV programmes all over the...

Another enjoyable day filming.. check! Another successful film captured… also check! Yesterday was all about Gardens as I have been immersed in filming with the brilliant team at Garden Rescue. Charlie Dimmock and the build team really put the work in to get the...

It’s been another busy week behind my favourite toy, the camera! Was great seeing my old presenter friends from Countryfile, Matt and Margarita, down in Purbeck filming for another guaranteed to be insightful episode. Catch up with Countryfile yourself at -...