Richard Booth’s Bookshop Cinema
An independent cinema based in Hay on Wye.
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NT Live: The Fifth Step (15) 27th November
Director: Finn den Hertog Olivier Award-winner Jack Lowden (Slow Horses, Dunkirk) is joined by Emmy and BAFTA-winner Martin Freeman (The Hobbit, The Responder) in the critically acclaimed and subversively funny new play by David Ireland. After years in the 12-step programme of Alcoholics Anonymous, James becomes a sponsor to newcomer Luka. The pair bond over…
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The Choral (12A) 21st-25th November
Director: Nicholas Hytner Cast: Simon Russell Beale, Roger Allam, Mark Addy, Alun Armstrong, Robert Emms, Ralph Fiennes 1916. As war rages on the Western Front, the Choral Society in Ramsden, Yorkshire has lost most of its men to the army. The Choral’s ambitious committee, determined to press ahead, decides to recruit local young males to…
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Bugonia (15) 28th-30th November
Director: Yorgos Lanthimos (Poor Things, The Favourite) Cast: Emma Stone; Jesse Plemons; Aidan Delbis; Stavros Halkias; Alicia Silverstone. Two conspiracy obsessed young men kidnap the high-powered CEO of a major company, convinced that she is an alien intent on destroying planet Earth. “Emma Stone’s conspiracy theory satire is masterfully macabre” *****Robbie Collin, The Telegraph.““Emma Stone…
Relax in our intimate 48-seat screen
With a sense of exclusivity, our cinema screen can make you feel like you’re the only one in the room…
Grab a snack at The Mezzanine Bar
From soft drinks and popcorn to wines and sweets; there is something for every preference at the mezzaine bar.
Cinema FAQs
Always a good idea as we are a small cinema.
To book online visit our Cinema page and select “Book Now”. You will be directed to Ticketsource, our online booking facility.
To book in person visit either Richard Booth’s Bookshop during normal business hours or at the Cinema 45 minutes before first show of the day.
Ticket prices can vary depending on the event. Check individual listings for prices.
We offer concessions for children under 12.
No, there is not a booking fee.
Only if the wheelchair space is required. All seats in the cinema have excellent sight lines but if you have favourite seat please plan to arrive early enough to grab it (no saving seats however).
Our online booking facility offers the option to purchase ticket insurance which gives the option to return or exchange tickets, for any reason. Tickets purchased in the bookshop are not returnable or exchangeable. In the event we cancel an event due to unforeseen circumstances, we will refund all tickets as soon as possible.
Yes, we offer beer, wine and spirits as well as soft drinks. We also offer a selection of snacks, including gluten free options.
No. Modern cinema economics depend on food and drink sales. Customers bringing in their own food or drinks may be asked to leave.
We do not require ID for concessions but may ask to see proof of age for alcohol sales for customers who look under 25.
Approximately 10 minutes. Customers are advised to be in their seats before the trailers as we are a small cinema.
Yes, our Cinema complies with current disabled access requirements. If a wheelchair space is required, please note this at time of booking so we can reserve the space.
Only if it is a service animal and you let us know in advance. We are, however, considering some baby and dog-friendly screenings and working out the logistics so check back.
It is our policy that all children aged 11 and Under be accompanied by an adult (somebody over the age of 15). This responsible adult does not need to buy their own ticket, but we do ask that they remain on the premises if needed or in case of emergency. Children aged 12 and above are allowed to attend a film unaccompanied, except films rated 15 and 18.
Yes, please contact Eliza at our cinema email to enquire.
Get Directions
Entrance located on Brook Street
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“Cinema is not only about making people dream. It’s about changing things and making people think.”
Nadine Labaki