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ROPE at The Orangery

  • The Orangery, Constitution Hill Entrance Bristol, BS8 1BX United Kingdom (map)
As formally audacious as it is narratively brilliant, ‘Rope’ connects a powerful ensemble in service of a darkly satisfying crime thriller from a master of the genre
— Rotten Tomatoes

DOORS: 18:30 | FILM STARTS 18:45

We’re returning to Goldney Hall Orangery for some of the finest crime thrillers ever to grace the silver screen! This beautiful venue, hidden on the edge of Clifton Village, plays host to our showings of classic whodunnits, murder mysteries and sleuth stories. It’s the perfect fit, after all - keen-eyed guests may recognise the Orangery as where John Watson held his wedding reception in the hit BBC series Sherlock

This October we’re bringing two of Alfred Hitchcock’s criminal classics to the Orangery, starting with a 75th anniversary screening of the taut psychological thriller Rope. Taking place in real time and one of the first films to use long takes to create the illusion of a single take, this grisly tale of an attempt to commit the ‘perfect murder’ is as technically brilliant as it is gripping!

Make sure to read the ‘Getting Here’ tab at the bottom of this page; like key clues in so many detective stories, the Orangery is hiding in plain sight, and it’s easy to miss…!

About The Film

1948 | PG | 80 mins

After murdering their former classmate ostensibly as an “intellectual exercise”, two young men test their theory of the perfect murder by inviting friends and relatives of the victim to a dinner party in the same apartment where the body is hidden…

Contains mild violence

About The Location

18th Century Goldney House and Gardens are nestled in the heart of beautiful Clifton Village and set within its own walled gardens. The secret garden includes a gothic tower, grotto, bastion, a rotunda and ornamental canal and Orangery. The Orangery, which overlooks these tranquil gardens, is home to our murder mystery film series - a fitting location, since the venue was famously used as John Watson’s wedding venue in the beloved Sherlock TV series!

Watch The Official Trailer

 
 

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Getting Here

  • The venue is accessed by the entrance at the top of Constitution Hill (small black gate)

  • There is no parking available at the venue - there is some on street Pay and Display parking available on nearby streets.

  • The No. 8 stops at Victoria Square, which is the closest bus stop. The closest train station is Clifton Down.

  • Wherever possible, we encourage walking the use of public transport when travelling to our events.

Accessibility

  • There is ramped/sloped access to the Orangery via the Constitution Hill entrance. There is an accessible toilet onsite.

  • If you are attending an event as a carer for a disabled guest, then you are entitled to free access. Please select the relevant ticket and bring appropriate proof of eligibility such as proof of blue badge, access card, cinema for all card, letter from a professional or evidence of DLA/PIP. If you are uncertain, please contact us.

  • If you require subtitles, please contact us in advance of making your booking.

  • 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. Many of our screenings can accommodate subtitles, however this varies depending on the film.

Venue & Event Information

  • Doors will open at 6:30 PM - we recommend not arriving before this time.

  • Please do not consume food or drink purchased from off the premises during this event.

FAQs

Can I buy food/drink at the venue? Yes - The Orangery will be serving drinks and snacks.

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 48 hours before the start of an event. To request an event credit, please complete our event credit application.

 
Earlier Event: October 11
CON AIR at Aerospace Bristol
Later Event: October 12
DIAL M FOR MURDER at The Orangery