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Welcome to the Lynton Cinema
There has been cinematograph entertainment in Lynton and Lynmouth since the time of the great war. The Picturedrome opened in 1916, this not being suitable for sound films, was superseded by the BB Cinema in 1930. This closed in 1961 owing to the death of the owner and the films transferred for the next 38 years on a part-time basis to the Lynton Town Hall; after the retirement of the operator it was decided to return a full-time cinema back to Lynton when the grade II listed former Methodist Chapel became available.
An intimate modern picture palace was created in this building, opening in the spring of 2001, seating only 68 persons, comfortable seats with plenty of leg room has been provided, Dolby SR sound, full air conditioning in the summer months and full central heating in the winter, running as near release films as possible and special presentations throughout the year. Full disabled access and toilet is provided.
Lynton with its population of 2,000 people is as far as we know, the smallest town in the country to have a full time cinema.
PERFORMANCE DETAILS
In the summer months, there are generally two performances daily, one for the family and the other for general audiences.
In the winter, one performance nightly at 8.00 p.m. plus a matinee on a Monday afternoon at 2.30 p.m.
The sound system is now full Dolby Digital.
Seats can be booked in advance by calling Lynton Cinema :
Tel: (01598) 753397
The cinema is situated in the centre of Lynton, next to the Town Hall. Parking is either road side or in the nearby Cross Street car park.
A warm welcome awaits you at Lynton Cinema.
Rose of Nevada: 114 mins
Plot Synopsis - A fishing boat reappears in a Cornish coastal village 30 years after vanishing, but unnerving and inexplicable events unfold when three men take it out on the sea once again in this supernatural drama.
No one under 15 is allowed. Photo Id will be required for those who look under 17.
Sat 25/04/2025 - 20:00
Sun 26/04/2025 - 20:00
Mon 27/04/2025 - 14:30 / 20:00
Tue 28/04/2025 - 20:00
Wed 29/04/2025 - 20:00
Thu 30/04/2025 - 20:00
Maya and the Wave: 98 mins
Plot Synopsis - This US documentary tells the inspiring story of the Brazilian big wave surfer Maya Gabeira who overcomes serious injury and sexist attitudes towards women in her surfing discipline to reach the pinnacle of her sport.
No one younger than 12 may see a 12A film in a cinema unless accompanied by an adult.
Sat 25/04/2025 - 14:30
Sun 26/04/2025 - 14:30
How to Make a Killing: 105 mins
Plot Synopsis - Disowned at birth by his obscenely wealthy family, blue-collar Becket Redfellow will stop at nothing to reclaim his inheritance, no matter how many relatives stand in his way.
No one under 15 is allowed. Photo Id will be required for those who look under 17.
Fri 01/05/2025 - 20:00
Sat 02/05/2025 - 20:00
Sun 03/05/2025 - 20:00
Mon 04/05/2025 - 14:30 / 20:00
Tue 05/05/2025 - 20:00
Wed 06/05/2025 - 20:00
Thu 07/05/2025 - 20:00
Glenrothan: 99 mins
Plot Synopsis - Comedy drama in which a man returns to his family’s Highland distillery to reconcile with his brother.
No one younger than 12 may see a 12A film in a cinema unless accompanied by an adult.
Fri 08/05/2025 - 20:00
Sat 09/05/2025 - 20:00
Sun 10/05/2025 - 20:00
Mon 11/05/2025 - 14:30 / 20:00
Tue 12/05/2025 - 20:00
Wed 13/05/2025 - 20:00
Thu 14/05/2025 - 20:00
The Drama: 105 mins
Plot Synopsis - A couple’s preparations for their imminent wedding are derailed by a shocking confession in this dark comedy drama.
No one under 15 is allowed. Photo Id will be required for those who look under 17.
Fri 15/05/2025 - 20:00
Sat 16/05/2025 - 20:00
Sun 17/05/2025 - 20:00
Mon 18/05/2025 - 14:30 / 20:00
Tue 19/05/2025 - 20:00
Wed 20/05/2025 - 20:00
Thu 21/05/2025 - 20:00
The Magic Faraway Tree: 110 mins
Plot Synopsis - Soon after the Thompson family’s arrival in the countryside, the three children – Joe, Beth, and Fran – discover a magical tree and its extraordinary and eccentric residents, including Moonface, Silky, Dame Washalot, and Saucepan Man. At the top of the tree, they're transported to spectacular and fantastical lands and, through the joys and challenges of their adventures, the Thompsons learn to reconnect and value each other for the first time in years.
A U film should be suitable for audiences aged four years and over.
Fri 22/05/2025 - 20:00
Sat 23/05/2025 - 14:30 / 20:00
Sun 24/05/2025 - 14:30 / 20:00
Mon 25/05/2025 - 14:30 / 20:00
Tue 26/05/2025 - 20:00
Wed 27/05/2025 - 20:00
Thu 28/05/2025 - 20:00
The Sheep Detectives: 109 mins
Plot Synopsis - George is a shepherd who reads detective novels to his beloved sheep every night, assuming they can't possibly understand. But when a mysterious incident disrupts life on the farm, the sheep realize they must become the detectives. As they follow the clues and investigate human suspects, they prove that even sheep can be brilliant crime-solvers.
A PG film should not unsettle a child aged around eight or older.
Fri 29/05/2025 - 20:00
Sat 30/05/2025 - 20:00
Sun 31/05/2025 - 20:00
Mon 01/06/2025 - 14:30 / 20:00
Tue 02/06/2025 - 20:00
Wed 03/06/2025 - 20:00
Thu 04/06/2025 - 20:00
Madfabulous: 108 mins
Plot Synopsis - Henry Paget, 5th Marquess of Anglesey, rejects the conventions of society and his family to live an extravagant lifestyle in this drama set in the 19th century.
No one younger than 12 may see a 12A film in a cinema unless accompanied by an adult.
Fri 05/06/2025 - 20:00
Sat 06/06/2025 - 20:00
Sun 07/06/2025 - 20:00
Mon 08/06/2025 - 14:30 / 20:00
Tue 09/06/2025 - 20:00
Wed 10/06/2025 - 20:00
Thu 11/06/2025 - 20:00