Starlight Cinema: Elf
Guests settle in under the stars of the Planetarium for a screening of the holiday comedy Elf on a curved screen. Attendees can purchase popcorn, bar snacks, and drinks to enjoy during the film. The event serves as a fundraiser supporting the educational charity Wonderseekers.
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Plan Your Visit
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When
Tickets
Adult £10; Child £8; carers and under 3s free. The ticket includes the Elf screening; popcorn, bar snacks and drinks are available to purchase.
Hours
Doors open at 5:15pm; movie starts at 5:45pm.
Food & Drink
Popcorn, bar snacks and drinks are available to purchase.
Parking
A dedicated private car park is available for Science Centre visitors, with Blue Badge bays.
Accessibility
The Planetarium features wheelchair spaces with companion seating, lighted stairs, and gentle lighting that allows visitors to move around and exit as needed.
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Tips & Advice
- Book general admission separately if you also want to explore the Science Centre during the day.
- Choose seats with the curved screen in mind, as some viewing angles may be obscured.
- Arrive in time for the evening reopening before the movie begins.
- Allow for the film's 1-hour-37-minute runtime when arranging your journey home.
- Use the Blue Badge bays at the top of the car park for level access to the entrance.
Special Events & Promotions
- The screening is an evening event on Sunday 6 December.
- Carers and children under 3 enter free.
- Daytime Science Centre admission is not included; book general admission separately to visit during the day.
- Popcorn, bar snacks and drinks are available to purchase separately.
Links & Contact
Christmas Events Near Me is an independent guide, not the organizer of this event. For tickets, entries, vendor spots or questions, contact the organizer directly through their website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are children allowed to attend on their own?
No. All children attending must be accompanied by an adult.
Should we book ahead?
Book an event ticket for the screening. Daytime Science Centre admission is not included and must be booked separately if you want to visit during the day.
What happens during the screening?
Elf is shown beneath the Planetarium stars on a curved screen; some seats may have obscured viewing angles.
Can we buy snacks and drinks?
Popcorn, bar snacks and drinks are available to purchase.
Is the Planetarium accessible?
Yes. Visitors can move around, leave and return, and wheelchair spaces are available with seats for family and friends. The stairs are lit.
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