“There are few cinematic ventures that capture the Christmas spirit in such abundance and hit the Holiday target so directly on the nose”
DOORS: 18:30 | FILM STARTS 18:45
We’re returning to the stunning Mount Without this Christmas for the ultimate festive film! Formerly a church dating from the 15th Century, this recently restored creative space on St. Michael’s Hill boasts a rich history. Enjoy a drink in the Crypt, before watching films in the Grade-II listed nave beneath a stunning stained-glass window.
This year, a beloved festive classic is turning 20 years old: it’s Will Ferrell’s infectiously cheery outing as Buddy in Elf! It’s a perfect way to prepare for the festive weekend if, like us, it’s not truly Christmas until you’ve seen this film again…
PLEASE NOTE: there are two screenings; this is the earlier screening at 6:30pm. The later screening at 9:00pm can be booked here.
About The Film
2003 | PG | 94 mins
Buddy has always struggled to fit in with the other elves at Santa’s Workshop, mainly due to his height. When he learns the truth, that he is a human, he leaves the North Pole in search of his real family – but can he prevent his biological father from ending up on Santa’s naughty list?
Contains mild bad language, sex references
About The Location
There has been a church on this site for over 900 years, with the original structure dating back to the Norman era; the unusual name comes from an era when it was outside the city’s walls. After major renovation works in the late 18th Century, and again after damage from the Bristol Blitz, the church finally closed its doors and was deconsecrated in 1999. The building was the victim of an arson attack in 2016, but after years of restoration work it has now reopened as one of Bristol’s most unique and characterful new event spaces.
Watch The Official Trailer
Tickets
Getting Here
The Mount Without is located on Upper Church Lane, just off St. Michael’s Hill. It can be accessed either from a ramp/steps from the road of St Michael’s Hill, or via a footpath from Old Park Hill/Upper Church Lane.
There is no onsite parking - the nearest car park is Trenchard Street Car Park.
The venue is 5-10 minutes away from several City Centre bus routes.
Wherever possible, we encourage walking the use of public transport when travelling to our events.
Accessibility
In order to access the venue, there is a ramp from the road of St Michael’s Hill, which leads along the pavement surrounding The Mount Without, to enter via the main church doors. Alternatively, there is level access via Old Park Hill / Upper Church Lane (the latter runs between the University of Bristol's Permit Holders car park, and St Michael's On the Mount Primary School).
The screening space has level access, and an accessible toilet. The Crypt (bar area) does not currently have lift access.
Please contact us if you require a wheelchair space, or require seating in a particular area (e.g. closer to the exit, at the end of a row).
If you require subtitles, please contact us in advance of making your booking. Many of our screenings can accommodate subtitles; however this varies depending on the film.
We want to make your visit as enjoyable as possible, so please do not hesitate to contact us if you require further information about this venue’s accessibility.
Venue & Event Information
To access the bar in the Crypt, walk round the side of the Mount Without; the entrance is down some steps facing onto the garden to the south of the building.
Doors open to the screening space in the Nave 15 minutes prior to the film starting. There will be an announcement in the Crypt to let you know.
We cannot guarantee access to the venue earlier than the doors time stated on your ticket, so recommend that you arrive as close to this time as possible.
We strongly encourage all guests to take a lateral flow test before attending this event, for the safety of other guests and event staff.
FAQs
Can I buy food or drink at the venue? The Mount Without have a bar onsite. Please do not consume hot food in the screening room as a courtesy to other guests.
I have a BuyAGift/Red Letter Days/other voucher. How do I redeem this for this event? Head to this page for more information about redeeming Gift Vouchers.
Is my ticket refundable? We operate a no-refunds policy; tickets may be exchanged for event credit to the same value of your ticket up to 72 hours before the start of an event. To request an event credit, please complete our event credit application.