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EMMA at Arnos Vale Cemetery

  • Arnos Vale Cemetery England, BS4 3EA United Kingdom (map)
Anya Taylor-Joy revels in the role of the handsome, clever heroine with a sadistic streak in this amiable adaptation of Jane Austen’s great romcom
— Peter Bradshaw (The Guardian)

DOORS: 17:30 | FILM STARTS: 17:50

Join us in Arnos Vale Cemetery, Bristol’s very own Victorian Garden Cemetery, for two nights of screenings dedicated to films based on classic literature by female authors, from the romantic to the Gothic. Enter this fascinating space after hours, get a drink from our pop-up bar, then make your way to the beautiful Anglican Chapel to take your seat, and enjoy the show in this unique venue. 

Our first screening of the season is the recent adaptation of Jane Austen’s romantic comedy Emma, with The Queen’s Gambit star Anya Taylor-Joy playing the role of the titular heroine.

About The Film

2020 | U | 125 mins

Miss Emma Woodhouse is an elegant young woman in Regency-era England. Regarding herself as something of a matchmaker, she enjoys meddling in her friends’ love lives. However, as she navigates the challenges of transitioning to adulthood, will Emma ever recognise that her own “happily ever after” is closer than she may think…?

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.

Two Belly Deli Box

Indulge during your screening with a delicious deli box from Two Belly cheese and beer shop. Enjoy 3 different cheeses, along with an artisan chutney and crackers - perfect for two people to share!

Photo shows indicative contents; cheese and chutney may vary.

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More Information

• Arnos Vale lies close to Bristol's city centre on the A4 Bath Road, at Brislington.For Sat Nav please use the Postcode BS4 3EW.

• 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, but there will be no parking permitted onsite for this event aside from disabled access. Please contact us if you have concerns about this.

• Wherever possible, we encourage walking or using public transport to travel to our events.

• The Anglican Chapel (site of the screening room) and Spielman Centre (toilets) both have disabled access and lifts. If you require reserved seating or a wheelchair space in the Anglican Chapel, please let us know in advance.

• 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 to discuss any concerns with the team.

• Parking: parking will not be permitted onsite for this event. If you require a disabled parking space to be reserved, please let us know in advance. There will be a very small number of spaces available at each screening.

• If you are attending an event as a carer for a disabled guest, then you are entitled to free access. Please select the relevant ticket and bring appropriate proof of eligibility such as proof of blue badge, access card, cinema for all card, letter from a professional or evidence of DLA/PIP. If you are uncertain, please contact us.

• Subtitles: please contact us if you require a film to be screened with subtitles. Many of our screenings can accommodate subtitles, however this varies depending on the film.

• Although the screening itself is indoors, there is a short outdoor walk to reach the toilets, and our pop-up bar will be located outside. 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.

• We cannot guarantee access before the stated doors time on your ticket, so advise you arrive as close to this time as possible.

• Guests are reminded that Arnos Vale Cemetery is a historical site and also remains in use as a cemetery today.Please take care when walking around and remain mindful of the surroundings.

• Please do not consume hot food in the screening room, as a courtesy to other attendees.