Harrogate’s Odeon cinema will not open on July 16 as previously announced – but the Everyman will open later today.
Because summer blockbusters including Wonder Woman 2 and Mulan have been delayed, Odeon said its Harrogate cinema will instead open at some point later this summer.
Cinema-goers in Harrogate had hoped to be able to visit the Odeon from next Thursday and it had announced it would be showing a selection of classic films including The Empire Strikes Back.
An Odeon spokesperson told the Stray Ferret:
“Our next phase of reopening will continue to take place from this Friday. However, in light of changes in the timing of this summer’s big blockbusters, the reopening dates scheduled for the rest of our cinemas across July, including Odeon Harrogate, will now be phased over July and August.
“We are pleased to be welcoming guests back to selected cinemas across the UK, and we continue to receive positive feedback from cinemagoers on their experience and the additional safety measures we have put in place.”
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Odeon said when customers are allowed back into its Harrogate cinema, family groups and social bubbles will be allowed to sit next together, but between separate customers there will be an unoccupied seat. Staggered show times will also limit the chance of long queues.
In related news, Everyman cinema in Westgate House, Harrogate, will open later today for the first time since March. A mix of classic films and recent releases are available to watch including Parasite, the Wolf of Wall Street and Fantastic Mr Fox.
Drive-In Cinema comes to Harrogate and Ripon
What-A-Movie has announced it will be bringing a drive-in cinema to locations across Harrogate and Ripon, where you can watch a movie with friends whilst social distancing.
The screening will take place at the Yorkshire Show Ground in Harrogate on 11 July and 12 July and at Ripon Racecourse on 18 July and 19 July.
What-A-Movie will be showing 3 films a day, including family favourites The Lion King, Grease, Mamma Mia Here We Go Again and The Jungle Book.
Mike Hanson, one of the directors at What-A-Movie said:
“With mental wellbeing becoming an increasing concern within lockdown, this is a great opportunity as the restrictions are eased for families to get out and enjoy a shared, fun experience in lovely surroundings and leave with a smile on their faces.”
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The screenings will take place in accordance with Government guidelines, with contactless ticket scanning on entry and cars parked at least 2 metres away from others. Food and snacks can also be ordered on site and will be delivered to cars.
A donation from ticket proceeds will be made to charities including Care Workers Charity and Racing Welfare.
To book tickets, visit – https://www.what-an-event.co.uk/what-a-movie/