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Films for the Family

Join us every Saturday & Sunday morning and on weekdays during the school holidays for some of our favourite family classics. For cinema lovers of all ages.

On Sundays the films are followed by free fun and creative activities for children.

The screenings are Pay What You Can, which means you’re free to pay as much or as little as you can afford.

We have an allocation of subsidised free tickets for each screening- please email [email protected] to enquire about booking a free ticket.

By paying for a ticket, you will enable us to keep offering Pay What You Can screenings to those who are struggling with the cost of living.

Suggested Prices:

I struggle to meet my basic needs: £0
I just about cover my basic needs: £3
I can cover my basic needs: £6
I comfortably meet my basic needs: £9
I have expendable income and financial security: £12

We sell bags of popcorn for £2. We kindly remind you that external snacks can not be brought into the cinema.

Have a childhood favourite you’d like screened at The Garden Cinema? You can propose a film in the Members’ Area, after logging into your members’ account.

Upcoming Screenings

Maya, Give Me a Title U

Maya and her dad, director Michel Gondry (Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind) live in different countries.  As a way to… Read More
Michel Gondry, France, 2026, 66m.
Sat 07 Nov
Sun 08 Nov

The Pirates! In an Adventure with Scientists! PG

Another gem from Aardman Productions, adapted by Gideon Defoe from his children's book. The Pirates! In an Adventure with Scientists! follows a crew… Read More
Peter Lord, Jeff Newitt, UK, USA, 2012, 90m.
Sat 14 Nov
Sun 15 Nov

Matilda (30th Anniversary) PG

Based on the beloved book from Roald Dahl, this film adaptation directed by Danny DeVito tells the story of Matilda, a… Read More
Danny DeVito, USA, 1996, 98m.
Sat 21 Nov
Sun 22 Nov

Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs U

For this first feature-length Disney Classic, the studio turned to the tales of the Brothers Grimm for inspiration. In this epic… Read More
David Hand, Perce Pearce, William Cottrell, Larry Morey, Wilfred Jackson, Ben Sharpsteen, USA, 1937, 83m.
Sat 28 Nov
Sun 29 Nov

Pinocchio (2019) [Subbed] PG

CinemaItaliaUK in partnership with the Italian Cultural Institute present Matteo Garrone's Pinocchio. In this live-action adaptation of the beloved fairytale, old woodcarver Geppetto creates a… Read More
Matteo Garrone, 2019, United Kingdom, Belgium, Italy and France, 125m.
Sat 05 Dec
Sun 06 Dec

Miracle on 34th Street (1994) PG

A little girl discovers dreams do come true if you really believe. Six-year-old Susan  (Mara Wilson) has doubts about childhood's most… Read More
Les Mayfield, USA, 1994, 115m.
Sat 12 Dec
Sun 13 Dec

The Muppet Christmas Carol U

Michael Caine joins Kermit the Frog, Miss Piggy, and all the hilarious Muppets in this merry, musical version of the Charles… Read More
Brian Henson, USA, 1992, 86m.
Sat 19 Dec
Sun 20 Dec
Mon 21 Dec
Tue 22 Dec

Arthur Christmas U

How can Santa deliver billions of presents to the whole world in just one night? With an army of one million… Read More
Sarah Smith, UK, USA, 2011, 97m.
Sat 26 Dec
Sun 27 Dec
Mon 28 Dec

The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, The Witch & The Wardrobe PG

Based on the first of the classic series of novels by CS Lewis, this fantasy adventure film follows four siblings: Peter,… Read More
Andrew Adamson, UK, USA, 2005, 137m.
Thu 31 Dec
Fri 01 Jan

The Railway Children (1970) U

Adapted from the classic children’s novel by Edith Nesbit, The Railway Children is set in 1904, when three children from London move… Read More
Lionel Jeffries, UK, 1970, 110m.
Sat 09 Jan
Sun 10 Jan

Past Screenings

Bambi U

The forest comes alive with Bambi, the critically acclaimed coming-of-age story that has thrilled and entertained generations of fans. This grand… Read More
David Hand, USA, 1942, 70m.
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The London International Animation Festival presents 8 Astonishing Animated Shorts for ages 4+ U

Like childhood, animation is full of wonder and simple pleasures. This carefully chosen programme for our littlest and most special audience… Read More
Various Directors, Various Countries, Various Years, 69m.
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Bugsy Malone- 50th anniversary U

Alan Parker’s BAFTA-winning ganster musical Bugsy Malone celebrates it's 50th anniversary this year. Taking place during the Prohibition era it playfully spoofs… Read More
Alan Parker, USA, 1976, 89m.
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Winnie the Pooh U

Wander into the Hundred Acre Wood for a tender adventure that honours friendship, imagination, and quiet magic. Inspired by five stories… Read More
Stephen J. Anderson, Don Hall, USA, 2011, 63m.
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WALL-E U

For The Great Big Green Week we are screening the BAFTA and Oscar winning animaton WALL-E. Set in 2805. WALL-E is the… Read More
Andrew Stanton, USA, 2008, 103m.
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101 Dalmatians (1961) U

The classic cartoon version of the children's story by Dodie Smith. Pongo and Perdita are two dogs leading a happy life… Read More
Clyde Geronimi, Hamilton Luske, Wolfgang Reitherman, USA, 1961, 79m.
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Ernest & Celestine U

The screening on Friday & Saturday will be in French with English subtitles. The screening on Sunday will be dubbed in… Read More
Stephane Aubier, France, 2012, 79m.
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Monsieur Hulot's Holiday U

Summer holidays at The Garden Cinema would not be complete without Monsieur Hulot. Jacques Tati’s endearing clown, takes a holiday at… Read More
Jacques Tati, France, 1953, 83m.
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Flow - Family Screening U

Winner of Best Animated Feature at the 2025 Academy Awards. When a flood washes its home away, a solitary cat must… Read More
Gints Zilbalodis, Latvia, France, Belgium, 2025, 84m.
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Little Amélie - Family Screening PG

Little Amélie is nominated for Best Animated Feature at the 2026 Oscars and BAFTAs. Born in Japan to Belgian parents, little Amélie… Read More
Mailys Vallade, Liane-Cho Han, France, Belgium, 2025, 78m.
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Mary Poppins U

“Practically Perfect In Every Way” Mary Poppins (Julie Andrews) flies out of the windy London skies and into the home of… Read More
Robert Stevenson, USA, 1964, 139m.
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Moomins on the Riviera U

To celebrate 80 years since the publication of the first Moomin book we present Moomins on the Riviera. Based of Tove… Read More
Xavier Picard, Hanna Hemilä, Finland, 2015, 76m.
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My Neighbour Totoro [Dubbed] U

From the legendary Studio Ghibli, creators of Spirited Away and Ponyo, and Academy Award-winning director Hayao Miyazaki, comes a classic tale of… Read More
Hayao Miyazaki, Japan, 1988, 86m.
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The Secret of Kells PG

In the remote Irish woods, Cellach (Brendan Gleeson) prepares a fortress for an impending attack by a Viking war party. Unbeknown… Read More
Tomm Moore, Nora Twomey, Belgium/France/Ireland, 2009, 75m.
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Shaun the Sheep: The Beast of Mossy Bottom U

Shaun the Sheep: The Beast of Mossy Bottom sees the residents of Mossy Bottom Farm looking forward to Halloween – until the… Read More
Steve Cox, Matthew Walker, UK, France, USA, 2026, 91m.
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London Breeze Film Festival presents Dreamland [Dubbed] PG

Dreamland is an adventure-filled feature animation, from director Mohsen Enayati, about Arat, a determined boy who sets out to save his city… Read More
Mohsen Enayati, Iran, 2025, 86m.
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Surf's Up PG

Don't miss this major ocean picture. This clever and funny animated 'mockumentary' follows a young penguin who dreams of becoming a… Read More
Chris Buck, Ash Brannon, USA, 2007, 82m.
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The Princess and the Frog U

In New Orleans during the Jazz Age, a beautiful girl named Tiana (Anika Noni Rose) dreams of owning her own restaurant.… Read More
John Musker, USA, 2009, 97m.
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Harry and the Hendersons PG

Academy Award nominee John Lithgow stars in this big-hearted, big-footed family comedy. While returning from a trip to the woods, George… Read More
William Dear, USA, 1987, 110m.
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Free Willy PG

In this much-loved family classic, a 12-year-old orphaned boy named Jesse befriends a captive orca, Willy, at an ailing amusement park.… Read More
Simon Wincer, USA, 1993, 102m.
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Reverie Cineclub presents 80 Years of DEFA: Animated Short Films for the Family U

Reverie Cineclub is delighted to present a special selection of six animated shorts from the DEFA Studio for Animation Film in… Read More
Various Directors, East Germany, Various Years, 58m.
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Rio U

This comedy-adventure centers on Blu, a flightless rare macaw who acts more human than bird. His world is turned upside down… Read More
Carlos Saldanha, USA, 2011, 100m.
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Muppet Treasure Island U

The classic muppet adventure becomes a comedy treat: a big-budget pirate musical with lashings of trademark Muppet lunacy. Young Jim Hawkins… Read More
Brian Henson, USA, UK, 1996, 99m.
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Labyrinth- 40th anniversary U

Celebrate the 40th anniversary of Jim Henson cult fantasy fairy tale Labyrinth. Sarah (Jennifer Connelly) races against time to navigate the… Read More
Jim Henson, USA, 1986, 102m.
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The Lion King PG

Disney’s epic musical adventure follows the story of Simba, a feisty lion cub who “just can’t wait to be king.” Led… Read More
Roger Allers, Rob Minkoff, 1994, USA, 88m.
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