“Tim Burton’s modern-day fable succeeds beautifully as sharp comedy and achingly sad romance”
DOORS: 19:20 | FILM STARTS 19:35
We’re returning to Arnos Vale Cemetery, Bristol’s very own necropolis, for a very different kind of Christmas celebration. Enter this fascinating historic space after dark, grab a festive drink from the bar, then make your way to the beautiful Anglican Chapel for an evening of cult Christmas classics on the big screen.
The night continues with the acclaimed cult romantic fantasy Edward Scissorhands. Tim Burton’s most personal work, it helped cement his reputation as a major director, and inspired at least a million Goths according to the last census.
About The Film
1990 | 12 | 105 mins
Edward, an incomplete synthetic man with scissors in lieu of hands, lives a lonely life after his creator dies leaving him incomplete. He is taken in by a kindly lady named Peg, and romance blossoms between him and Peg’s daughter Kim, but his new idyllic life is rocked when he is falsely accused of a crime.
Contains moderate violence
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.
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NB: a mandatory £1.50 booking fee is added to your order at checkout. This is per order, not per ticket
Getting Here
Arnos Vale lies close to Bristol's city centre on the A4 Bath Road, at Brislington - what3words reference metals.mops.bank
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 and the amount of notice given.
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
There is limited indoor space at the venue, so please bear this in mind if you are planning to arrive before doors. There is some covered seating inside and outside the bar.
Although the screening itself is indoors, there is a short outdoor walk to reach the toilets and bar. 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 after dark, stick to the marked pathways, and remain mindful and respectful of the surroundings.
FAQs
Can I buy food or drink at the venue? Yes, snacks will be available to purchase, and there will be a bar onsite. 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? As per our policy update on 14th January 2026, tickets will only be refundable if ticket insurance was added at the point of purchase. If you are a Red Carpet Club member, tickets are refundable up to 5 working days before your event, and exchangeable for credit for up to 24 hours before your event.