The Luna Cinema
The Luna Cinema
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As day turns to night, soak up the atmosphere at one of our many Luna events from Luna Open Air Cinema, Luna Drive-In, Luna Kids and Luna Winter. From brand-new blockbusters to feel-good classics and family favourites, Luna has something for everyone. Playing under the stars at stunning locations across the UK. ​ The beauty of The Luna Cinema is the feeling of freedom and festivity. There’s no ushering, no hushing or shushing. Dance, sing, form a conga line if you want to. Or just sit back with a drink and enjoy being part of the social scene. ​ Because we’re Luna. The UK’s #1 outdoor cinema. End of script. ​
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  • Wayne S
    7 contributions
    The smallest "big" screen I've ever seen!
    Tiny screen at Bluewater. Would have been better to watch it on telly. No hot food. Stuck next to toilets with the portaloo doors banging in the wind through the film. They get one star for the jump lead hero who saved the cars who'd flattened their batteries.
    Visited December 2022
    Traveled as a couple
    Written December 19, 2022
  • Stay635918
    1 contribution
    10 mins of film before massive technical failure…
    Awful experience at Luna Cinema in Westonbirt to see Top Gun Maverick. 10 mins in the picture went off, 15 seconds later the sound went. Then someone came on the announcement to say that due to a technical issue the film wouldn’t be continuing. Then the screen deflated - it was almost laughable. No visible attempt to resolve the issue. Apparently the generator failed, and there was no back up. Poor communication as everyone then packed up to leave. £17.50 for an experience is kind of ok, but I wouldn’t expect my local cinema to not be able to show more than 10% of the film…
    Hi, thank you for leaving us a review. We're very sorry to hear about your experience and this is not the service or experience we want our customers to have. Please get in touch with the details of your order and further details of your experiences so we can resolve this for you! info@thelunacinema.com Best, The Luna Cinema
    Written August 11, 2023
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
    Visited August 2023
    Traveled as a couple
    Written August 5, 2023
  • Matt R
    2 contributions
    Terrible
    There was no mention when booking that there were no seats provided. I would imagine most people think an outdoor cinema will provide visitors with somewhere to sit. They don’t. They then want to charge you £15 to hire a seat and £10 to hire a blanket. Yet the email you receive only tells you what you can’t bring into the event, which is basically everything. Totally ruined my experience and I either had to pay the £15 for a seat or stand for the whole film. Won’t be a returning customer.
    Hi, thanks for leaving us a review. We're very sorry to hear that you did not have a great experience with us! We have a selection of Seated admission tickets, general admission tickets, and upgrades. We're sorry that this was not clear to you and we'll look into making this super clear so that our customers can see exactly what they're getting. Our prices depend on the venue/screening that is displayed, which will vary. Again we're sorry that you did not have a great experience, please do get in touch via email at info@thelunacinema.com if you wish to discuss this further. Best, The Luna Cinema
    Written August 11, 2023
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
    Visited August 2023
    Traveled solo
    Written August 5, 2023
  • Megan P
    2 contributions
    Amber Weather Warning in Place
    There was an amber weather warning for torrential rain in place the evening we were meant to watch Top Gun Maverick at Hampton Court and the long list of what could not be brought to a filming included umbrellas (only ponchos and raincoats allowed). A friend had also told us only the day before that chairs were not supplied unless paid for in advance. So we decided to not even venture out and get absolutely drenched and we did not go. Instead we watched Top Gun Maverick in the dry and comfort of our own living room. I will be asking for a refund due to the weather warning that was in place when we should have been the the Luna Cinema.
    Hi, thanks for taking the time to leave a review. We are sorry to hear that the weather prevented you from being able to attend your Luna Cinema film screening. Screenings will only ever go ahead when we are sure that it is safe weather to do so and in the event that it rains, we have ponchos on hand to offer to our audience members, to ensure they stay as dry as possible. Chairs are included with Seated Admission tickets, however they are not included within the General Admission tickets, but there is an option to purchase chairs as an upgrade if you have this ticket type. In this case, we'd love to help out and resolve this for you, please contact us at info@thelunacinema.com so that we can provide some assistance. Best, The Luna Cinema
    Written August 11, 2023
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
    Visited August 2023
    Traveled with family
    Written August 6, 2023
  • Emmeline F
    2 contributions
    Great Venue, Poor Quality Food and Drink
    The food and drink available was extortionate considering the quality. Customers are not allowed to bring alcohol, the bar had only a limited selection of low to mid-end products but charged high end prices. The only food option was hotdogs and once again the poorest quality for the highest prices. I understand you are a captive audience and that prices reflect this, there was no need for such poor quality. The weather was poor that evening, there had been huge thunder a lightning storms until late afternoon. There was an amber weather warning still in place and yet the show proceeded. Pleased I found my winter fleece lined waterproofs, left dry but very cold after a down pour mid film. Having said that the film was ace and watching it in Hampton Court Palace grounds was great. Should I contemplate this again, I will take non-alcoholic drinks and buy absolutely nothing after the ticket.
    Hi, thanks for taking the time to leave a review. We are sorry to hear that you were disappointed with the food and drink options available at your Luna Cinema film screening, we appreciate your feedback. Each of our venues hosts different local caterers and artisans, so the options for each venue will be different. We are also sorry to hear that the rain impacted part of your screening but please be assured that our events will only ever go ahead when we are sure that it is safe weather to do so. We're pleased to hear that you enjoyed the film and the scenery of Hampton Court Palace! If you do have any further questions or would like to get in touch, please contact us at info@thelunacinema.com so that we can provide some assistance. Best, The Luna Cinema
    Written August 11, 2023
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
    Visited August 2023
    Traveled as a couple
    Written August 6, 2023
  • Explore599359
    1 contribution
    Disappointing experience at Luna Cinema
    Disappointing experience. I understand events are weather dependant. It's a shame Luna Cinema doesn't consider postponing or offering alternative dates when weather conditions are poor. Not fun and not enjoyable sitting in the pouring rain feeling cold and wet. Only positive was the location. It was lovely in the grounds of Hampton Court. Food and drinks were very limited and over priced. Maybe a sunny day would change my opinion.... Don't think I will be recommending Luna Cinema.
    Hi, thanks for taking the time to leave a review. We are sorry to hear that you were disappointed with the food and drink options available at your Luna Cinema film screening, we appreciate your feedback. Each of our venues hosts different local caterers and artisans, so the options for each venue will be different. We are also sorry to hear that the rain impacted part of your screening but please be assured that our events will only ever go ahead when we are sure that it is safe weather to do so. We're pleased to hear that you enjoyed the scenery of Hampton Court Palace! If you do have any further questions or would like to get in touch, please contact us at info@thelunacinema.com so that we can provide some assistance. Best, The Luna Cinema
    Written August 11, 2023
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
    Visited August 2023
    Traveled with friends
    Written August 8, 2023
  • Frank W
    East Molesey, United Kingdom1 contribution
    much ado about nothing
    Luna Cinema - sadly "much ado about nothing". Thought we would give them a second chance this year. Been there in good weather and bad. Both times the films were good but the overall Luna experience was just dull and time-wasting.
    Hi, thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We're sorry to hear that your experience on both occasions was not to your expectations. We'd love to hear more about your experience so we can resolve this for you! Please get in touch at our email address info@thelunacinema.com and someone will be in touch! Best, The Luna Cinema
    Written August 11, 2023
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
    Visited August 2023
    Traveled with friends
    Written August 9, 2023
  • Marzanna Zeranska
    2 contributions
    Wet and cold
    On Saturday the 5 August 2023 we had tickets booked in March 2023 for screening of Top Gun Maverick at Hampton Court London The weather was dreadful nothing but rain and wind We are pensioners and disabled , were trying to contact Luna Cinema UK , they only way was by email , eventually we got response from Luna Cinema - whatever the weather screening will go on. The whole area outside was soaking wet, the plastic capes did not help in the wind As the evening went on we got soaking wet and cold. English weather is unpredictable at best of times but when the weather is evidently wet the whole idea of open air goes out of the window. The insistence of Luna Cinema UK only increased our chances to get ill . Contact very very difficult and profits are they priority.
    Hi, thanks for taking the time to leave a review, we appreciate your valuable feedback. We are sorry to hear that the rain impacted part of your screening but please be assured that our events will only ever go ahead when we are sure that it is safe weather to do so. If you do have any further questions or would like to get in touch, please contact us at info@thelunacinema.com so that we can provide some assistance. Our opening hours are Monday - Sunday from 10am to 5pm. Best, The Luna Cinema
    Written August 11, 2023
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
    Visited August 2023
    Written August 9, 2023
  • Stuart B
    1 contribution
    Good, but expensive.
    A great night with a great film. TGM. My absolute best original and follow up films. Smooth entry and friendly staff. My only complaint would be the absolutely rip off prices for drinks. £5 for a small can of beer or cider. With a no bring your own rule it will be the last time I use a Luna. Didn't eat, but guessing it would be over inflated as well.
    Hi, thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We're happy to read that you had a great night and managed to watch what you consider the best original and classic film! Our no-alcohol policy is in place to ensure that everyone at our screenings has an enjoyable time without the risk of over-consumption and possible disturbance to others. We know that this change has impacted some experiences, and we're grateful for all feedback given on this decision so we can feed this back to all of our team members involved. We do hope to welcome you back to our screenings again soon and please do get back in touch with us via email info@thelunacinema.com if there is anything else you wish to discuss. Best, The Luna Cinema
    Written August 11, 2023
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
    Visited August 2023
    Traveled as a couple
    Written August 9, 2023
  • adwheeler
    Evesham, United Kingdom6 contributions
    40th Birthday Treat Ruined
    Never been to a screening by this company and was really excited. 10 minutes into Maverick screen failed, event cancelled, off you go home! It was a surprise for a friend's 40th and ruined. Very poor customer relations and service. Most people sat in shock and disbelief as no explanation at the time or representative making an effort to console the masses.
    Hi, thank you for taking the time to review. We're sorry to hear about your experience with us and even more so that the special event was ruined. We can see that our Customer Service team has been in touch to resolve this for you. Please do keep in touch with us so we can rectify your recent experience with us. Best, The Luna Cinema
    Written August 16, 2023
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
    Visited August 2023
    Traveled with friends
    Written August 11, 2023
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Cuffley, UK52 contributions
Jul 2020 • Couples
After reading negative reviews of the Luna drive in cinema we were a little apprehensive about whether we were going to enjoy our first drive in cinema experience. We booked tickets to see Joker at a Knebworth House and given the comments about long queues to get in we arrived at 7.45pm (45 minutes before the doors opened at 8.30pm.) We were 4th in the queue and within 15 minutes lots of other cars were behind us. At 8.20pm the staff allowed cars onto the site, handing us our in car sound systems as we drove in. We were directed to our parking space by a friendly member of staff. We were parked tightly together but there was enough room to get out if you needed to use the clean and plentiful toilets.
We were on row D and really close to the screen which was brilliant.
The first 3 rows are for gold circle customers who pay extra for these rows, however if you arrive early you will get just as good a view for less!
As we waited for the movie Heart radio played through our in car sound system and to pass the time we had brought our iPads
There was plenty of information via the in car sound system that the movie was about to start with clear instructions on how to seek help if necessary and at 9.30pm on the dot the movie began.
There was a car 2 rows in front with its lights on (despite repeated announcements to turn off your car engine and lights), so I texted the Luna cinema helpline and within 3 minutes a member of staff arrived to tell the driver to turn off the lights.
The sound and picture quality was fantastic and we were completely absorbed in the movie.
When the movie ended, staff guided cars out very efficiently. We were out of the site within 10 minutes. If you are further back it will take longer
The weather was perfect but I guess if it was raining it would be a different experience as the sound of car engines and lights coming on would have a negative impact, but if it is a dry night it is a wonderful way to watch a great movie and feel completely safe.
We didn’t have any food but staff were zooming about delivering food on electric scooters. All the staff we interacted with where friendly and we felt it was a very well organised event. Loved the movie as well!
Written July 15, 2020
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Ashley Rose
Kent, UK4 contributions
Sep 2020 • Couples
Rubbish! Poorly organised, purposefully arrived just before the start time so as not to sit through adverts and miss the queues. Food advertised was pizza, hot dogs and burgers delivered to your car. Instead, cheese toasties on offer at between £5-7.50 a pop... terrible. The screen was tiny for 10 rows worth of cars.
To crown it all, those last in were made to wait last leave despite there being at least 2 adequate exits.
Another example of draconian rules that serve no purpose but to be deliberately difficult. These things aren’t cheap, and in my own car, it’s a joke! AVOID.
Written September 5, 2020
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stalkerchap
Birmingham, UK14 contributions
Apr 2021 • Couples
We attended the screening of The Greatest Showman at the NEC in 1st May 2021. Doors were open at 1945hrs with the film at 2945hrs. We arrived just prior to the opening time and there were already cars in the audience area.

It was very smooth entering with ANPR and no physical or email ticket was needed and there was a queue of about 10 cars in front of me but we didn’t stop. The firs encounter with staff was handing us out speaker as this is how the sound is transmitted to the car and not via tour stereo. I’m sure this assists saving the battery drain in your vehicle but must be a big investment for the company. The member of staff that gave us the sound system was lovely and polite and told me it was heavy and boy was it heavy...

We were directed to several parking attendants with clear and friendly gestures and all cars were parked off set so you were never directly behind a vehicle.

The sound system had a touch screen on it (it has been disinfected prior to issue but we have it a Covid wipe nonetheless) and you could access information including film details, food details etc. To order food, you scanned a QR code on both a leaflet we were given with the sound system and also in the front screen. There was a volume knob bottom left that went from very quiet to window rattling loud. One thing I just say was that the sound was excellent and clear as a bell, no hiss or delay and it’s obvious these are quality units.

Film start was announced and it was great. My only slight mention here is the colour/brightness could have been a little stronger but it in no way distracted from the overall experience. I saw people collecting their food orders throughout the film from a Covid friendly collection point to the right hand side.

One vehicle left their lights on in front of us for a while but one of the parking attendants come over to ask him to turn it off which eventually they did.

Just before the film started, a young lady walked over to our place with a bouquet of flowers and I joked with my wife they were for her...well I was very surprised when she actually came to us and said that they like to give one friendly customer a gift so we kindly accepted a lovely interflora gift bouquet. My wife was made up.

Once the film was finished, the car park lights came on and everyone was politely asked to remain where they were until directed to move by the parking attendants which everyone did. They started allowing cars to leave one at a time from the front row and worked slowly back. It took us about 10 minutes before we could leave but is was very organised and efficient. You handed in the speaker as you left the entrance and you could see them spraying the units to sanitise them.

No delay and straight onto the motorway and home.
]my first drive in experience was great, really enjoyed it and was fun to do.
Written May 2, 2021
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Emma T
Birmingham, UK1 contribution
Dec 2021 • Couples
Absolute waste of money, don’t even waste 2/3 hours of your precious freedom before we go back into lockdown sitting in your car or the money you’d spend. I went to the car park social in Coventry last year I thought it was fabulous I thought this would be a similar event. The whole thing was awful. Huge queue to get in, parked in front of a huge car (so as a small female) couldn’t see bottom half of the screen reported it to a traffic warden who just told us to reverse back abit, made no difference. Food was appalling basically overpriced burger van with a 45 minute wait which came half way through the film, another brilliant touch having to get out and walk to the truck missing parts of the film. No bins only back by the food truck so had to take all the rubbish (left over food because it was that awful) home with us after The screen was tiny again could barely see and was at an angle to the cars again another brilliant touch to make the night even more awful. The exciting system of the car park was everyone at the front out first, you’d think it would be first in last out, last in first out so those near the back exit first, oh no the wardens blocking cars so you had to wait 30 minutes until it was your rows turn to leave the car park so pathetic treated like children.
Whole thing from start to finish was poor would not recommend wasting your time go to the cinema or just watch in the comfort of your own home with some decent food
Written December 21, 2021
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Deelondonswlondon
London, UK27 contributions
Jul 2020 • Couples
Went to Hampton Court Palace for open air cinema. Pre booked time slot worked, toilet facilities OK, got front row seat as, for some reason, no-one was picking those seats so view OK. Tickets and advertising stated to ‘stay in seats at end for officials to allow distanced exit by row’ Staff had vanished by the end of the film and everyone just rushed for the exit, pointless having distanced seating during the performance.
Not worth the money.
Written August 2, 2020
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Chris52543
London, UK1 contribution
Aug 2020
Attended the showing of The Greatest Showman, the show went ahead even though there was thunder and lightening. Alot of people turned up and left due to the thunderstorm. Seats were set out but had absorbed and collected water. You may aswel have sat in a puddle. All you could hear was the rain beating down on plastic ponchos (bin bags) or umbrellas.

In the end, we had to leave since sitting in a field with torrential rain and electronics as the grass slowly turned into a swap didn't seem all that safe, especially when it came to trying to drive out across a field avoiding the flooded parts and praying the car doesn't get stuck in the mud.

Otherwise, it would have been a great experience - but I don't think the event should have gone ahead. If thunder and lightning with torrential rain wasn't a safety hazard, I'm not sure what is.
Written August 17, 2020
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AztecLife
United Kingdom898 contributions
Jul 2020
We saw the Joker at Knebworth after winning free tickets (would I want to have paid £35? Maybe not). Arrived just after 9pm and queued about 10 mins to get in. We were quite near the back but central to the screen with a good view, and the screen was a good size. Guessing some had better views than others (depending on the type/size of car in front of you).

Speaker that was provided was excellent and sound was very good (you could adjust the volume to suit). Not sure what the toilets or food was like as didn’t use either.

Getting out was well organised and quick with the parking attendants working hard. Only criticism was you left Knebworth House from a small back exit and we had no idea where we were - a sign showing which way to turn for travelling either north or south on the A1 would have been really helpful.

Overall a fun night that was well organised.
Written July 15, 2020
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Escape624507
10 contributions
Dec 2020 • Couples
Appalling, mainly for the reason we’d paid extra for “golden circle” tickets which get you a sort of vip area. What we didn’t realise is they will stick you so far at the front that front seat passengers can’t see the whole screen and rear seat passengers may as well be at home. Why allow cars with 4 people to be positioned so? Not allowed to move either as you get hemmed in instantly by other cars. Our 2 rear most passengers saw nothing of the movie and just say on their phones for 2 hours wishing they’d have left.
That’s aside from the fact there is no smoking allowed on site at all, the food is seriously overpriced and under delivering on quality (think 2am burger van but at 5 times the price). Other out door drive in cinemas I’ve been too we’re great even with a car of 4 people. This one was appalling I’d urge you not to waste the money
Written December 10, 2020
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paulanthonyhoughton
London, UK13 contributions
Aug 2021 • Friends
I can't recommend the Luna Cinema experience highly enough, whether as a visitor to the UK or just as a treat as a local.
They have thought of everything; from the seating to eating. The staff were so welcoming and the sound and picture quality was amazing on the huge inflatable screen.
We watched 'Singing In The Rain' at Kensington Palace, a magnificent setting; and even the chilly August night added to the atmosphere, as everyone wrapped up in blankets and coats.
My party all left saying we must make this a yearly trip.
Go! - you'll have a wonderful time.
Thanks to all at Luna for an evening we will remember for ever.
Written August 16, 2021
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Catherine D
Birmingham, UK2 contributions
Jul 2020
I went to the Luna cinema at Warwick castle - we were right at the back and couldn't see as the screen was so far away and looked tiny (see photo). It was meant to be a sing -a-long screening but there was no way we could read the words. We might as well have parked in a field and propped our phone up on the dashboard and it would have been clearer. It's pure greed on the part of Luna as if they had limited the numbers so there were fewer rows everyone would have been able to see (they only needed to lose 3 rows or so at the back to make it work).
Really disappointing and a waste of money. A real shame
Written July 18, 2020
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