Every day, a myriad of visitors to Norwich search online to find out What’s On. One of the top searches is ‘Where to watch a movie in Norwich’. There’s something for everyone interested in the Arts in Norwich. The yearly Norfolk and Norwich Arts festival reflects the popularity of Arts and Entertainment among the different demographics in Norwich, as well as culture vultures living further out who are attracted to Norwich for a city break or longer holiday.
Some city visitors even travel from overseas to attend this famous Norwich based Arts event. As a spin-off, a rich diversity of cultural events, arts and entertainment is to be found taking place on a regular basis throughout each day of the calendar year in this fine city.
A favourite staple is going to the cinema and there are several to choose from, so how do you decide where to watch a movie in Norwich?
Cinema City in St. Andrews Street, near to Norwich railway station, was originally a medieval merchant’s house. It is a charming venue with a licensed restaurant and bar.
Screenings feature Dolby surround sound and 3D viewing glasses are also available. A range of other incentives such as partner discounts around the city and special membership deals for students and the over-6os are also on offer. Cinema City is a Grade I listed building, with parts dating back to the 14th Century.
It is owned by Norwich City Council and was a private home up until 1923. At that point the Coleman sisters bought it and added Stuart Hall, intended as a public hall to seat 450 people; which they fitted with a cinema projector and screen.
Fast forward to 2007, when Cinema City obtained a £3m Arts Council grant. This enabled the owners, Norwich City Council, to redevelop the site including a new lobby at street level, in a 17th-century panelled room. The courtyard is a pleasant area for eating and drinking, and the adjacent 14th century vaulted rooms, the oldest part of the building, have been opened to the public for the first time, to form new dining areas.
Located in the Castle Mall, adjacent to Red Lion Street, Vue Norwich has over 1800 seats and eight screens to choose from.
For great visuals and large screens, when considering where to watch a movie in Norwich, it’s hard to beat the Odeon, Norwich, though.
The Odeon is near to Norwich City football stadium, so watch out for match day traffic if visiting! Alternatively, viewers can climb aboard the No. 25 bus which runs from the University of East Anglia to the train station and Carrow Road football stadium.
There are 14 screens to choose from at this luxurious Wherry Road venue which also offers a selection of preferential seating in The Gallery and indulgent IMAX experiences.