Bowood House

Chippenham Open-Air Cinema

The UK's No.1 outdoor cinema shows come to Wiltshire.

Pack a picnic and get ready for an experience like no other. *Tickets are selling quickly!

What's On + Book Tickets

  • Dirty Dancing (12)

    Friday 23 May

    Gates: 6:00PM / Show: 7:30PM

    Nobody puts baby in the corner!

    An amazing outdoor cinema experience with a showing of the classic, Dirty Dancing on a HUGE open-air screen under the stars!

    Plus music to enjoy before the movie. Get your friends, family and loved ones together for the time of your lives and a night to remember!

  • Moana 2 (U)

    Saturday 24 May

    Gates: 12:00PM / Show: 1:30PM

    The incredible sequel that has been selling out cinema across the world and shattering box office records!

    Pack a picnic, bring a blanket or camping chairs and watch MOANA 2 on a huge open-air cinema screen.

    Plus music to enjoy before the film with a specially curated soundtrack of songs.

     

  • Queen Outdoor Cinema Spectacular (12)

    Saturday 24 May

    Gates: 5:00PM / Show: 6:30PM

    An incredible movie and concert cinema experience!

    An all singing, all dancing night of QUEEN where you'll watch a classic Queen Concert and Bohemian Rhapsody on a HUGE open-air screen and singalong with QUEEN's greatest hits!

    Plus 80s Disco, Street Food and Bar, Mass 80s Fancy dress + more!

  • The Gruffalo / Stick Man (U)

    Sunday 25 May

    Gates: 10:00AM / Show: 11:00AM

    An amazing family outdoor cinema experience with a double bill of brilliant Julia Donalsdon & Axel Scheffler animations.

    Watch the incredible tales of The Gruffalo and Stick Man on a giant open-air screen.

     *Both films are included in the ticket price.

  • Andrea Bocelli 30: The Celebration (PG)

    Sunday 25 May

    Gates: 1:30PM / Show: 3:00PM

    A special concert outdoor cinema experience!

    An outdoor cinema experience like no other with a showing of Andrea Bocelli's 30th celebration concert, on a HUGE open-air screen. 

    Plus music to enjoy before the movie with a soundtrack of specially curated songs.

  • Wicked Sing-A-Long (PG)

    Sunday 25 May

    Gates: 6:00PM / Show: 7:30PM

    Wicked has been selling out cinemas across the world!

    A dazzling cinematic adaptation of the beloved Broadway musical, offering a fresh perspective on the Land of Oz. Watch and singalong with the movie on a HUGE open-air screen under the stars.

    Plus music to enjoy before the movie with a specially curated soundtrack!

About the Venue

Bowood House is a stunning Grade I listed Georgian country house. Located in the idyllic Wiltshire countryside, it is among the most unique places to visit in the county. We're very pleased to bring evenings of cinematic escapism to the grounds.

Please click here to find out more.

  Hot food and snacks available

  On-site bar

  Picnics and drinks welcome

  NO glasses. Plastic and paper cups only

  No dogs, except assistance or guide dogs.

Please note, no smoking is permitted within the crowd. If you wish to smoke, please use the designated area.

Event Location

Screenings take place in front of the house.

The entrance is via the Bowood House & Gardens gate, just off of the A4. If using Satellite Naviation, please use postcode SN11 9NF or click here to see the entrance on Google Maps.

Free on-site parking is available, please follow signage and stewards for directions on-site.

Pedestrians - due to the late-night screening times we do not recommend you walk into or out of Bowood Estate to this event.  The public footpath in/out of the Estate is unlit and with an increase in traffic we kindly request you avoid walking for your own safety.  Should you make the decision to walk in and out on our public footpaths we recommend you wear reflective clothing (hi-vis) and have a torch with you.  You may use the Pick Up and Drop Off point in the car park should you wish to do so.

Accessibility: The event is held on short grass and is approx. 400m from the car park, across a field with uneven ground. For blue badge parking within this car park, please ask the parking marshalls on arrival. There will be accessible toilet facilities on-site. Please speak to our friendly stewards if you require any additional assistance.

EVENT INFO

There is some important event information we advise you to read before attending this screening. Please click here to view this information.

For more information on the event experience please click here.

By purchasing tickets, you agree to the Adventure Cinema Terms and Conditions

Essential Add-Ons

Enhance your experience with our Snacking Treat Bags, Adventure Cinema Programme and Blankets.

Treat bags are a branded tote bag filled with delicious sharing snacks PLUS the official Adventure Cinema 2025 Season Programme. 

*Pre-order your essential add-ons when purchasing your tickets and collect them on arrival at the event. Add-ons can also be purchased separately by coming back to this page and clicking ‘Book Tickets’ on your show.

Venue Address

Bowood House
Old Rd, Derry Hill, Calne
Chippenham
SN11 0LZ

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