Summer Date Ideas #1
Hit up an Open Air Cinema!
With Dinner & Movies being the classic date for couples new and old, you won't wanna miss these limited time viewings! It's no wonder it's first on our list.
From iconic locations to floating screens, here's a rundown of the top spots to catch a movie under the stars in the capital this season.
Free viewings!
📍 Tower Millennium Pier, Tower Hill
What Makes It Special: Time Out's floating cinema offers a pre-screening Thames cruise and a romantic line-up of films, making it a perfect date night. Enjoy classic romcoms and Hollywood hits while sailing along the river.
📍 Regent’s Canal, King’s Cross
Everyman’s waterside pop-up offers a wide range of films from new releases to beloved classics. The beautiful canal setting and ample food options in Granary Square enhance the experience.
📍 Brent River, West London
This new outdoor cinema offers a variety of family-friendly and adult movies in a beautiful riverside setting. It’s a perfect spot for a relaxed evening out.
📍 Lyric Square, Hammersmith
Enjoy a mix of free movie screenings and sporting events in a communal setting. Special events and prizes add to the fun, making it a lively summer hangout.
📍 Vauxhall Pleasure Gardens
Book ahead to enjoy free screenings of family-friendly movies in a picturesque riverside park. Hire picnic blankets and chairs, and choose from a variety of street food options for a perfect summer evening.
Summer Screens at Canary Wharf
📍 Canada Square Park, Canary Wharf
This BYO setup features a mix of movies and sporting events on a big screen. Bring your own blankets and snacks, or visit the nearby Waitrose for last-minute picnic supplies.
Paid viewings!
📍 Bussey Building, Peckham; Roof East, Stratford - Cost: From £16.95
Rooftop Film Club combines stunning city views with a diverse movie selection. Enjoy comfortable deckchairs, headphones, and a variety of street food options. Special "Wooftop Screenings" even allow you to bring your dog!
📍 Barbican Sculpture Court - Cost: £18
The Barbican’s iconic setting offers a unique backdrop for an eclectic line-up, including surrealist classics and legendary concert documentaries. Enjoy street food while soaking up the artsy atmosphere.
📍 Gunnersbury Park; Greenwich Peninsula - Cost: Check website for details
Picturehouse takes its outdoor screen on the road with a serotonin-fuelled line-up. Tickets include a £5 food and drinks voucher, and there are deck chairs available on a first-come-first-served basis.
📍 Osterley House; Osterley Park - Cost: From £24.64
Adventure Cinema screens movies in stunning historical settings. Premium tickets include deck chairs, and you can enjoy sing-along sessions and classic films in beautiful gardens.
Get on it!
These don't stick around forever, just because the seasons feel like they are moving back doesn't mean you've got time to get on these. Grab your snacks and picnic basket and you're ready to enjoy your favourite movies with the romantic sunset as the perfect backdrop.
Top tip: Stay prepared with a little mosquito repellent - we won't be letting them ruin our fun!
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