Outdoor Cinema Bristol

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Our Bristol outdoor cinema is held in the grounds of The Downs Preparatory School in Wraxall, a historic country house set in parkland between Bristol and Nailsea, drive in to the school car park and then its a short 2 min walk to the event . It's easy to reach from Bristol, Nailsea, Clevedon, Portishead, Backwell and Long Ashton, and it's our closest venue to Weston-super-Mare and North Somerset.

This Halloween we're screening Hocus Pocus and The Lost Boys at The Downs School on Friday 23rd October. Hocus Pocus starts at 5pm and The Lost Boys at 8:15pm. Fancy dress is very welcome, and you're welcome to bring your own picnic, drinks and blankets – we'll email you firm catering details before the event.

Tickets are secured with a £5 deposit on Eventbrite, with the rest paid on the door on the night. Under 3s go free.

About The Downs Preparatory School

The Downs School was founded in 1894 on Clifton Down in Bristol and moved to Charlton House in Wraxall in 1927. The Grade II listed house has a Tudor east wing, a Jacobean hall with a carved fireplace dated 1624, and a Victorian wing added by the Gibbs family of nearby Tyntesfield. Its grounds were landscaped with parkland, terraces and a ha-ha in the 18th century, with specimen trees planted by the Victorians – a wonderfully atmospheric setting for a Halloween film night.

Accessibility

The screen is on grass, so the ground can be uneven, especially after rain. Toilets, including disabled toilets, are on site. If you need a carer ticket or any other support, email us at info@openairfilm.co.uk before the event and we’ll help.

What to bring

Camping chairs or blankets (there’s no seating at Halloween), warm layers and a hot water bottle, a torch for the walk back to the car and sensible shoes for the grass. You’re welcome to bring your own picnic and drinks, including alcohol – please drink responsibly and leave the glass at home. No BBQs.

Tickets and prices

Adult £15, child £10, family (2 adults, 2 children) £35. Secure your place with a £5 deposit per ticket on Eventbrite and pay the rest on the door. Under 3s go free. Tickets are e-tickets on your phone – lost yours? We have a master list at the gate.

Weather and refunds

In most weather the show goes on, so wrap up and bring a poncho just in case. Refunds are available up to two weeks before the event, and if heavy rain or high winds mean we cancel or postpone, you’ll get a full refund. We post live updates on our Facebook page.

What our guests say

"Fantastic evening watching Hocus Pocus at Warwick. We wore lots of layers and took blankets to keep warm and it was a great experience for adults and children"

Lauren R. – Facebook review

"We had a fantastic night watching Hocus Pocus, it was a great atmosphere and a really well planned event"

Julie C. – Facebook review

"A great time watching Hocus Pocus for Halloween. Wrapped up warm and enjoyed the film"

Jack S. – Facebook review

Frequently asked questions

Can I bring my dog?
Dogs are welcome at most of our venues – just check with us before you come.

Is there food on site?
Catering varies by venue, so we’ll email you firm details before the event. Food vans take card and cash.

Can children come?
Yes, as long as they’re old enough for the film’s age rating – Hocus Pocus is a PG and The Lost Boys is a 15.

Can I smoke or vape?
Yes, to the side or back of the event, away from other guests.

Are there subtitles?
Not at the moment.