our story

In 1980, Cod Steaks was established as a specialist model-making company, providing Oscar and BAFTA Award winning sets and models to the animation industry, alongside design and construction for TV, theatre, museums, advertising, exhibition and theming. Over the years we have become firmly established as a leading Creation Agency in the UK, known for our imagination and expertise in extraordinary design and construction.

Operating from our fully equipped workshops in Bristol, we benefit from a dynamic and innovative environment. Our extensive manufacturing departments, all housed under one roof, enable us to undertake projects of any scale with efficiency and precision.

We offer a comprehensive range of services, including Design and Project Management, 3D Scanning, Graphic Design, Engineering, Electronics, Scenic Design, Paint Finishing, Joinery, Metalwork, Prop Making, Textiles, Model Making, Sculpture, CNC Machining, Laser Cutting, GRP (Glass Reinforced Plastic), Vac-Forming, Polyurea Spraying together with a full installation service. From concept to completion, we do it all.

Our friendly team has successfully delivered over 2,000 projects across diverse sectors, including Animation, TV, Film, Museums, Exhibitions, Brand Centres, Public Art, Retail, Restaurants, Immersive Attractions, Science Centres, Aquariums, Zoos, and Art Installations. We are continuously expanding our footprint in live experiences and immersive attractions.

With an international presence, we are recognised for our unique creative approach and exceptional craftsmanship, collaborating with some of the world’s leading brands.

Our installations attract over 100 million visitors annually. We have developed engaging museum interactives, crafted some of the most intricate animation sets in the industry and transformed retail environments into exceptional visitor experiences.

At Cod Steaks, our passion for our work is evident in everything we do. Our dedicated team comprises talented individuals who collaborate in a stimulating environment to bring our clients’ visions to life.

Sculpture of Poseidon in a restaurant with blue seating and set table.
Bronze sculpture of a mermaid holding a trident in a workshop
A large metal sculpture resembling a beetle shell is placed on a grassy area surrounded by trees and a path leading into a wooded area.
Fantasy themed scene with two people in colorful, intricate costumes resembling forest creatures or mythical beings, surrounded by tree and foliage decorations, standing and sitting with props.
Futuristic spaceship model on display in event setting, surrounded by blue lighting and audience in background.
A themed dining hall with wooden benches and tables, banners hanging from the ceiling, and floating candles.
Animated characters Wallace and Gromit with a contraption and rabbits, in front of an old mansion.
Stone slab with ancient Greek text, surrounded by wooden panels and plants, illuminated by a light at night.
A whimsical house with a curved green grass roof and wooden round door surrounded by large artificial mushrooms and plants.
Blue vintage car with headlights on, surrounded by forest and smoke.
Elegant restaurant interior with beige seating and tables, pampas grass centerpiece, and a lion statue. Earthy tones and hanging plants create a cozy atmosphere.
Sculpture of a human figure made of chains with historical text and artwork in the background.
Art installation of a wave made from plastic bottles with a woven whale tail sculpture in the background.
Car in a laboratory setting, supported by mechanical arms
Drummer on moon-themed stage with bright spotlight and flag.
Clay animation figure of a man with glasses and mustache, holding a cloud icon; "On Air" light in background.
Indoor futuristic mini-golf course with vibrant neon colors and various themed obstacles including a knight statue, pipes, and an illuminated tunnel.
Colorful checkered duck sculpture in metal nest with neon "What the Duck" sign
Giant spider sculpture made of branches in a forest at night with green lighting.
Interactive science exhibit featuring a large brain model, nervous system outline, and colorful educational materials in a museum setting.
Person leaning against a metal gate in a dark, dungeon-like setting, with chains and a bell hanging from the bars. A creature with glowing red eyes and sharp teeth is visible in the shadows.
Film set with crew preparing a rain scene, crane and dolly track visible.
Fantasy creature with gray feathers and red eyes in a forest at night.
Modern ceiling light fixture with radial white tubes in an interior space.