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Looking for some evening entertainment or a weat weather day activity? A day at the cinema could be just the ticket!
Whether you’re a fan of Hollywood blockbusters or appreciate the classics staring actors of the past, you’re sure to find a film to suit.
From large cinemas offering the latest in film technological advancements to independent picture houses harking back to simpler times, the choice is yours.
Odean, Vue and CineWorld all have large multiplex cinemas in Dorset, some of which also have eateries to enjoy a meal before or after the film.
There are also many smaller, town cinemas where you will get a completely different and more personal experience complete with intermissions and ice-creams!
It's not often that the sun doesn't shine on Dorset, but sometimes finding an indoor venue for the day is what's required to keep the children happy.
Many of our cinemas offer some wonderful promotions for children - if it’s a Saturday morning showing or an afternoon matinée performance, the kids will be well catered for.
Lots of Dorset’s cinemas offer superb money saving deals so your day out at the cinema needn’t cost a blockbuster budget.
Dorset is home to a great number of movie buffs that celebrate film and cinema with engaging events. The Purbeck Film Festival is the longest running rural film festival in the UK and allows visitors to experience films in a number of unique locations as well as the opportunity to meet writers, directors and movie stars.
The Sherborne International Film Festival hosts a number screening of films not ordinarily seen in this part of the world with feature films that stretch your senses and tantalise your imagination.
Further details of cinemas in Dorset can be found below. Find a cinema near you and enjoy all the sights and sounds of the silver screen, just remember to pick up your snacks first!
Odeon Cinema – Bournemouth
The Electric Palace – Bridport
Odeon Cinema – Dorchester
Plaza Cinema – Dorchester
Regent Cinema – Lyme Regis
Cineworld Cinema – Poole
The Mowlem Theatre – Swanage
Rex Cinema – Wareham
Cineworld – Weymouth
The Tivoli Theatre – Wimborne
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Family Fun
DORCHESTER
Brewery Square is a vibrant and stylish regeneration in the heart of Dorchester which currently boasts a variety of shops, eateries and leisure facilities including; Nando's, Zizzi, Hobbs, Phase Eight, a Premier Inn Hotel, Anytime Fitness and an…
Theatre
LYME REGIS
Right on the seafront in beautiful Lyme Regis, where you can see bands, films, comedians, plays and community-led events - or just admire the view of the Cobb and harbour.
Theatre
WIMBORNE MINSTER
Having survived the threat of demolition in 1979 for a rapidly abandoned road scheme, the Tivoli celebrated twenty successful years in November 2013. Following a lengthy campaign to save the building, restoration could finally begin.
Beach
SWANAGE
Swanage has a gently sloping white sand beach which is sheltered and generally calm. The award winning beach is well served by local businesses providing refreshments and services.
Leisure/Swimming Pool
POOLE
The South Coast’s leading entertainment centre with Cinema, Bowling, Children's Soft Play Area, Bingo, Fitness Centre, many restaurants and Splashdown - the UK’s most exciting indoor and outdoor water rides.
Cinema
WAREHAM
125 seat Cinema and Theatre, often hosting special event evenings. Family Film Matinees during school holidays. Charming old fashioned interior dating from 1920 and own Bar. Also a venue for The Purbeck Film Festival (www.purbeckfilm.com).
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