Richard Booth’s Bookshop Cinema
An independent cinema based in Hay on Wye.
Book Now
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Hamnet (12A) – 9th to 22nd January
Academy Award-winning director Chloé Zhao’s adaptation of Maggie O’Farrell’s bestselling novel features mesmerising performances by Jessie Buckley and Paul Mescal.
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NT Live: Hamlet (12A) – 22nd January
Olivier Award-winner Hiran Abeysekera (Life of Pi) is Hamlet in this fearless, contemporary take on Shakespeare’s famous tragedy. Trapped between duty and doubt, surrounded by power and privilege, young Prince Hamlet dares to ask the ultimate question – you know the one. National Theatre Deputy Artistic Director, Robert Hastie (Standing at the Sky’s Edge, Operation…
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Marty Supreme (15) – TBA
Marty is a young Jewish guy working in a New York shoe shop in 1952, dreaming of world-conquering success in the up-and-coming sport of table tennis and patenting his own brand of ball called the Marty Supreme.
Relax in our intimate 48-seat screen
With a sense of exclusivity, our cinema screen can make you feel like you’re the only one in the room…
Grab a snack at The Mezzanine Bar
From soft drinks and popcorn to wines and sweets; there is something for every preference at the mezzaine bar.
Cinema FAQs
Yes, it is always a good idea to book in advance, as we are a small cinema.
To book online, select the film you wish to view from this page. Then, select Book Now. You will be directed to TicketSource, our online booking facility.
To book in person, visit either Richard Booth’s Bookshop during business hours or the Cinema 45 minutes before the first show of the day.
Ticket prices can vary depending on the event. It is a good idea to check individual listings for prices.
We offer concessions for children under 14.
No, there is not a booking fee.
We only offer the option to reserve a seat if the wheelchair space is required. All seats in the cinema have an excellent line-of-sight to the screen. If you have a favourite seat, please arrive early enough to grab it.
Our online booking facility offers the option to purchase ticket insurance which gives the option to return or exchange tickets, for any reason. Tickets purchased in the bookshop are not returnable or exchangeable. In the event we cancel an event due to unforeseen circumstances, we will refund all tickets as soon as possible.
Yes, we offer beer, wine and spirits as well as soft drinks. We also offer a selection of snacks, including gluten free options.
No. Modern cinema economics depend on food and drink sales. Customers bringing in their own food or drinks may be asked to leave.
We do not require ID for concessions but may ask to see proof of age for alcohol sales for customers who look under 25.
Approximately 10 minutes. Customers are advised to be in their seats before the trailers as we are a small cinema.
Yes, our Cinema complies with current disabled access requirements. If a wheelchair space is required, please note this at time of booking so we can reserve the space.
Only if it is a service animal and you let us know in advance. We are, however, considering some baby and dog-friendly screenings and working out the logistics so check back.
It is our policy that all children aged 11 and Under be accompanied by an adult (somebody over the age of 15). This responsible adult does not need to buy their own ticket, but we do ask that they remain on the premises if needed or in case of emergency. Children aged 12 and above are allowed to attend a film unaccompanied, except films rated 15 and 18.
Yes, please contact Eliza, Alan, Harry or Heloísa at our cinema email to enquire.
Get Directions
Entrance located on Brook Street
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“Cinema is not only about making people dream. It’s about changing things and making people think.”
Nadine Labaki