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While nobody can say for sure what will
happen regarding Covid, Bristol Film Festival
is committed to hosting our events in a safe way
and have invested in equipment to achieve this goal.
Arnos Vale will
have air purifiers as approved by
Bristol City Council for all screenings.
An enhanced cleaning procedure will be in
place between screenings. Fans can be used between
screenings in order to increase airflow.
Bristol City Council guidelines
will be followed, and where appropriate
we will notify all guests prior to any event
of any additional measures may be required.
If you test positive for Covid
and cannot attend the event, let
us know with evidence of the test
results and you will receive a credit
for future festival events.
“A fairytale of the very best kind”
DOORS: 17:30 | FILM STARTS 17:50
We’re returning to Arnos Vale Cemetery this March for two nights of films that put a twist on fairytale fantasy! Join us after dark in Bristol’s very own necropolis – make your way through this historic graveyard to the beautiful Anglican Chapel and take your seat for the show.
Our first film is the exceptionally 80s fan fave The Never-ending Story, which was the most expensive film ever made outside the USA and USSR upon release. Whether you wore your VHS out as a child or discovered it thanks to Stranger Things, there’s no denying the enduring cult status of this story-within-a-story, chronicling the struggle to save Fantasia from The Nothing within the pages of a magical book; while the extensive (and expensive!) special effects may have dated, the power of its imagination hasn’t faded at all.
About The Film
1984 | U | 94 mins
Sheltering from bullies, Bastian is introduced to a mysterious book, which tells the story of the kingdom of Fantasia. With the Princess gravely ill, and a malevolent force called The Nothing encroaching on the kingdom, the young warrior Atreyu embarks on a journey to save his homeland from destruction.
Contains mild scary and emotional scenes
About The Location
The magnificently restored Anglican Chapel, located in the heart of Arnos Vale Cemetery, has become a firm favourite with our audiences. Enjoy a range of atmospheric films, from family-friendly comedies to chilling horror, in the dramatic surroundings of this Victorian Garden Cemetery.
Watch The Official Trailer
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Tickets
Our Group Bookings option has been introduced in response to the larger parties of six or more people who attend our events and are looking to add something extra to their evening to enhance the experience.
Start your evening with a fascinating tour of Arnos Vale Cemetery, discovering more about the venue’s history, before enjoying a private drinks reception in the venue’s Spielman Centre. Your group will receive reserved seating in an optimum location with complimentary snacks to enjoy during the film.
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Getting Here
Arnos Vale lies close to Bristol's city centre on the A4 Bath Road, at Brislington.For Sat Nav please use the Postcode BS4 3EW.
Bus services 1, X39, 57, 178 and 349 stop outside the Bath Road gates.
There is limited street parking and pay and display parking in the area. Please note that due to limited space and the high amount of foot traffic across the site throughout the event, parking will not be permitted onsite aside from blue badge holders and individuals with limited mobility. This parking must be reserved in advance - please contact us.
Wherever possible, we encourage walking the use of public transport when travelling to our events.
Accessibility
The Anglican Chapel (site of the screening room) and Spielman Centre (toilets) both have disabled access and lifts. There is a short walk between these two buildings, with low light levels at night.
Due to the historic nature of the site, some aspects of the event’s layout may be challenging for people with limited mobility.
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
Doors for this event will open at 5:30PM (17:30). You will not be able to access the screening room before this time, but drinks and snacks can be purchased from the bar.
There is limited indoor space at the venue, so please bear this in mind if you are planning to arrive before doors.
Although the screening itself is indoors, there is a short outdoor walk to reach the toilets, and our pop-up bar will be located outside. Due to the historic nature of the buildings, we recommend that you bring warm and weather-appropriate clothing, particularly at later screenings. Seating is provided at this event, but guests are welcome to bring additional blankets and cushions, particularly for later screenings.
Arnos Vale Cemetery is a historical site and also remains in use as a cemetery today.Please take care when walking around and remain mindful of the surroundings.
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? Yes, snacks will be available to purchase, and there will be a bar onsite. You can also pre-order a Two Belly Deli Box. 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 48 hours before the start of an event. To request an event credit, please complete our event credit application.