Enjoy a classic film under the stars while the weather is warm.
The summer was made for unusual and exciting events while there are extra hours of daylight, and mild evenings. One such activity is al fresco cinema which became very popular whilst traditional cinemas were closed. Some outdoor cinemas allow you to enjoy from the comfort of your car whilst others encourage bringing a blanket or deck chair. Picnics and drinks are encouraged, plus many venues will have alternative food vans and outdoor bars.
Here are just five amazing Dorset locations offering a range of films for your enjoyment. We will add further listings as and when they become available.
Keyneston Mill
Watch the glorious sunset over the gardens, then snuggle down in our bistro garden to watch your favourite feel good film. They have a huge range to choose from across the summer.
What's On:
Moulin Rouge - 30th June
Amelie - 23rd June
La La Land - 7th July
Chocolat - 14th July
Little Miss Sunshine - 23rd July
Pride and Prejudice - 28th July
House of Gucci - 4th August
Bohemian Rhapsody - 11th August
The Imitation Game - 18th August
The King's Speech - 25th August
The Grand Budapest Hotel - 8th September
Yesterday - 14th September
Dirty Dancing - 1st September
Purbeck Film Festival
For 27 years, the Purbeck Film Festival has celebrated the best of cinema, from classic to newcomers. This year, they are very excited to be back in full swing with a great summer line-up at both Corfe Castle and Durlston Castle.
What's On:
A Quiet Place - 28th July
Captain Fantastic - 29th July
Sing 2 - 26th August
No Time To Die - 27th August
West Side Story - 28th August
Lulworth Castle
Lulworth Castle, with views over the Jurassic coast, is a 17th-century castle that has hosted French kings and music festivals. Each summer, it becomes the most exciting cinema venue in the Southwest, perfect for those warm evenings.
What's On:
Spiderman: No Way Home - 9th August
West Side Story - 10th August
Grease - 11th August
Kingston Lacy
National Trust’s Kingston Lacy is a beauty spot of epic proportions. A lavish family home re-imagined as a Venetian Palace in the rural Dorset countryside…it’s the perfect spot for cinema under the stars.
What's On:
No Time to Die - 20th September
West Side Story - 21st September
Dirty Dancing - 22nd September
Littledown
This fully equipped sports and leisure venue is sited within 47 acres of beautiful parkland, making it a stunning location for a night of cinema under the open sky.
What's On:
Dirty Dancing - 26th August
Mamma Mia - 27th August
Encanto - 28th August
