Our Story

The Little Theatre Cinema was built by community theatre pioneer Consuelo de Reyes and her husband in 1935. It initially functioned as a news theatre showing hourly programmes of documentaries and newsreels. Feature films were first shown in 1939, the first two being PEG OF OLD DRURY starring Anna Neagle followed by OH MR PORTER starring Will Hay. During his time exiled in Bath, Ethiopian Emporer Haile Selassie was a frequent visitor.

The cinema thrived on local support throughout the years as other Bath cinema venues closed, and in 1979 the former scenery store and lounge area were converted into a second screen. In spite of many refurbishments, The Little Theatre Cinema has retained the charm and welcoming warmth of a 1930s cinema, including a balcony in the main auditorium.

The Little Theatre Cinema
St Michael's Place
Bath
BA1 1SG

Opening Times

The cinema will open at least 15 minutes before the start of the first film each day.

Ticket Prices

Ticket prices vary. Please check the specific film and time you are interested in attending for prices.

Please note that peak or altered pricing may apply for certain films, special events and holiday periods. More information on pricing is available in our FAQs and Terms & Conditions.

We add a 70p booking fee per ticket (excluding tickets for Picturehouse Members) to bookings made online or over the phone. This fee doesn't apply to tickets you buy in person at the cinema.

3D films may cost £1.30 extra per person, not including 3D glasses (you can buy these at the cinema for an extra £1, free for Members, or bring your own).

*Family tickets are for four people, at least two of whom must be under 15. Not applicable to premium-priced screenings.


Happy Mondays

All day every Monday (excluding bank holidays), you can enjoy great value tickets with Happy Mondays.

Picturehouse Members get to save even more. Please check Monday listings for details.


Clubs & Groups

Relaxed Screenings

Relaxed screenings are specially designed to make cinema-going easier and more accessible to those who may need additional support when they visit. These screenings are ideal for neurodivergent audiences of all ages, those living with dementia, and their families, friends, and carers, but all are welcome.

Relaxed screenings will show films without adverts or trailers. Lights are left on low, the volume is reduced, and the audience is free to move around and take breaks from the screen whenever needed.

We typically show:        
A new release every second Monday of the month    
A family-friendly film every third Sunday of the month
A classic film every last Friday of the month (with interval)

Whilst we do our best to ensure these screenings happen consistently, please note that on occasion the regular slot may change. Make sure to check local listings ahead of your screening.


Watch with Baby  

The Watch with Baby club is for parents and guardians with babies under one year old. Watch with Baby takes place on Wednesdays at 10.45.

Babies go free. Adults are only admitted if accompanying a baby.


Kids' Club  

The Kids' Club is every Saturday at 10.15. Doors open at 10.00. Adults are only admitted if accompanying a child.


Toddler Time   

Tickets are free for accompanying adults.

Join us Tuesday at 11.00 for 30 minutes of episodes for preschool children and their parents and carers. A great way to introduce your toddler to the experience of the cinema! Adults are only admitted if accompanying a child.


Discover / Rediscover   

New and classic films on the big screen where they belong.


Silver Screen   

Silver Screen is a free-to-join club for the over-60s. Enjoy discounted tickets and a free tea or filter coffee at our Silver Screen shows. Annual membership is free. Silver Screen runs Tuesdays & Thursdays at 10.30. Non-members are welcome — the usual ticket prices apply.

Click here for upcoming screenings.


Screen Arts   

Ticket prices vary.

Bringing world-class productions of theatre, ballet, opera and live music to the big screen.


U25 

U25 is for anyone ages 16–25. Signing up to U25 is FREE.  Members have access to discounted tickets at any time Monday to Thursday when booked online and via the Picturehouse App only.

Location

Travel Information

By Bus

The following bus routes run close to the cinema: 4, 9, A4, 19, 19A, 37, 39, 21, 1, 5, U5.

Most bus routes end at the Bath Spa Bus Station which is roughly the same distance from the rail station (7-min walk).

By Train

The nearest train station is Bath Spa (7-minute walk). For up-to-date travel information visit nationalrail.co.uk.

By Car

There are limited parking spaces in the area. For more information visit visitbath.co.uk.

Nearest KIA Charging Station: Francis Hotel 6-12 Queen Square, BA12HH (Type 2)

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