Nothing beats a good movie night with a few snacks and a classic film on the screen. But what if you could take advantage of the good weather and treat yourself to a totally immersive cinema experience outdoors?
There are plenty of places in the city centre offering outdoor cinema this summer with lots of different films to choose from. There is everything on offer from animated classic children's movies to haunted forest film festivals. Not to mention a whole host of street food and fresh handmade pizzas on offer.
We've rounded up the best in outdoor cinema for you to enjoy this summer
1- Wollaton Hall
Wollaton Hall is one of the most atmospheric places to watch a film - it is also featured Batman so it's no stranger to Hollywood. The outdoor cinema will screen some of the best classic films including a few that are perfect for children.
The Luna Cinema programme includes West Side Story by Steven Spielberg which was released earlier this year. Ticket prices start at £16 for entry with some luxury packages available.
Wizards and witches will be delighted to see that Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone will also be screened. The open-air setting and the historic setting of Wollaton Hall is the perfect backdrop for the children's classic.
2- Notts maze
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How does watching a classic movie in a dark haunted forest sound?
The Notts maize maze is hosting another summer of classic films such as Grease, The Greatest Showman, Mamma Mia and Hairspray. Nothing beats a good sing-a-long to a musical in an unusual setting of an outdoor cinema.
The festival will have a range of hot and cold drinks available along with fresh pizza made onsite. If you are feeling really brave, why not book in to do the maize maze ahead of the cinema screening.
One to watch out for is the return of Huldra film festival which screens the best in new horror shorts in September. The event will also see hot food, a full bar and a range of stalls from some of Nottingham's best independent horror-themed businesses.
3 - Newstead Abbey
Newstead Abbey is another great location for a movie night. The popular tourist spot will be screening music-themed films in July including Sister Act, Mamma Mia and Bohemian Rhapsody.
The atmospheric formerly Augustinian priory is the perfect backdrop for belting out a few of the best-loved tracks from all three movies. There will be a full bar on-site as well as the opportunity to pick up a few snacks or alternatively, pack a picnic you can bring with you.
Tickets are on sale now from £12.50 per movie with the screening taking place on the Abbey lawn. There is also the option of a VIP ticket which will get you a comfortable deckchair and a bag of Propercorn popcorn to snack on.
4 - Sherwood Forest
The perfect excuse to watch Disney's 1973 classic, Robin Hood in the best setting for it - Sherwood Forest.
If Disney isn't your thing then don't worry as they are also showing A Knight's Tale starring Heath Ledger later that evening at 7pm. The films will be shown on a 20 sq metre screen with plenty of picnic space. Visitors will be able to pre-order a picnic hamper or pick up some snacks at the onsite cafe too.
5 - Southwell Minister
Set in the centre of the picturesque town, Southwell Minster and Archibishop's Palace will provide the backdrop for a screening of The Railway Children. If cinema isn't your thing then there will also be outdoor theatre productions of Shakespeare's The Twelfth Night. Tribute act 21st Century ABBA will also be playing all of the hits too.
