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Outdoor Cinema - Wonka (PG)

Join Purbeck Film Festival in the historic ruins of Corfe Castle for a night under the stars. Put on your top hat, fetch your walking stick, and join us for a chocolate-themed summer evening!

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Before building his chocolate factory, Willy Wonka tries to establish himself in Europe by combining his wonderful inventions with his chocolatier skills. However, the corrupt and devious chocolate cartel are jealous of his success and will stop at nothing to end his career.

For all those that missed out on the now-legendary Glaswegian Wonka Experience, don’t fret! The PFF brings you the smash hit musical film without a depressed Oompa Loompa in sight. It is directed by Paul King, who made the charming recent Paddington films and brings the same deadpan humour and quick-witted sense of the absurd to this film as he continues his fruitful partnership with Hugh Grant, who leads a supporting cast stuffed with British National Treasures: Olivia Colman, Sally Hawkins, Matt Lucas and even Rowan Atkinson. Pin-up of the moment Timothée Chalamet stars as Wonka and rises to the occasion with his boyish charm. Like one of Wonka’s magnificent creations, this is a special treat that the whole family can enjoy together.

Look out for the scenes filmed right here in Dorset - will you recognise the Cobb at Lyme Regis?

Gates open from 8pm, film starts 8.45 pm (depending on levels of light). Tickets £12 Adult, £6 Child (under 18) and £30 Family Ticket (2 Adults + 2 Children or 1 Adult + 3 Children).

Performances are weather dependent but will only be cancelled in extreme circumstances.

Please visit purbeckfilm.com for more information and to book tickets

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

Ticket typeTicket category
Adult £12.00
Child £6.00

Event additional prices

Ticket typeTicket category
Family ( 1 Adult & 3 Children)£30.00
Family (2 Adults & 2 Children)£30.00

The basics

Booking details

Call purbeckfilm.com All ticket sales for this event are being managed by Purbeck Film Festival.

Suitability

This is a family friendly event.

Meeting point

This event will take place in the Outer Bailey of Corfe Castle. Please note the paths to the castle are unlit so torches will be required. The Welcome Centre will not be open on these evenings.

What to bring and wear

Dress warmly, bring a blanket, your own seating, a torch and insect repellent is advised.

Accessibility

Access to the Outer Bailey of Corfe Castle is step free. Please call 01929 481294 or email corfecastle@nationaltrust.org.uk for any accessibility information and one of the team will be happy to assist.

Other

All ticket sales for this event are being managed by Purbeck Film Festival. For any enquiries please contact 07443 468850 (not for bookings). All updates will be posted on purbeckfilm.com first Cancellations and refunds: We operate a no refund policy. Your ticket will not be refunded if you are unable to come along to a film screening. If you can demonstrate that your booking was made in error, please email info@purbeckfilm.com at the time of purchase. If it is necessary for Purbeck Film Festival to cancel or stop a film in progress for any reason, all tickets will be refunded or another screening of the film offered where possible.

Contact info

Purbeck Film Festival

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