Backyard Cinema Manchester
📍 North West
Premium immersive cinema experience in a fully themed environment — Miami Beach setting with sand floors, beanbag seating, and character encounters leading to the Lost Theatre. Best for children who can sit through a full film.
First impressions, what a sensational place. The place is magical as are the characters you meet on the way to the Lost Theatre. But for inspirational visionaries and the financial support to create this intriguing 🤔 special place, it would be another industrial building gone to waste. If you visit Manchester make this one of your places to go, whether with or without children it's a must and the financial support you offer helps keep this place rightfully part of our now and the future. PS The film is pretty Good too and the sound is fantastic 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟
🏆 Family Action Verdict
Best for families seeking a genuinely memorable, one-off experience for children old enough to sit through a full film and engage with the walkthrough. The immersive format makes it worth planning ahead as a special occasion. Food costs add up fast — factor that into the budget before arrival.
ℹ️ What to Know Before You Go
💬 What Families Are Saying
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Gary Green
3 years ago
“First impressions, what a sensational place. The place is magical as are the characters you meet on the way to the Lost Theatre. But for inspirational visionaries and the financial support to create this intriguing 🤔 special place, it would be another industrial building gone to waste. If you visit Manchester make this one of your places to go, whether with or without children it's a must and the financial support you offer helps keep this place rightfully part of our now and the future. PS The film is pretty Good too and the sound is fantastic 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟”
Steven Owens
2 years ago
“We loved our recent experience of Miami Beach to watch Barbie.... the setting was amazing from the bean bag chairs in the sand to the characters and displays! The only downside was the extortionate prices on the food/drink for what little portions they served! We will definitely be back for a future event when something comes along that we like the look of”
Salima L
2 years ago
“An absolutely brilliant venue and concept. Every single team member was friendly and super helpful. Very comfortable cinema seating. Plenty of room. Warm in the movie room. Highly recommend this for a great night out.”
Lydia Gosling
2 years ago
“Amazing experience! Great decor, sand between your toes, comfy seats, great drink selection at bar, lively actors getting everyone up dancing at the end, the best cinema I’ve ever been too! So much fun!”
Reviews from Google
Overview
Backyard Cinema Manchester transforms each screening into a themed experience. Guests walk through decorated environments and meet characters before reaching the main screen. Seating options include beanbag chairs positioned in themed settings like sand floors. The bar and food delivery service operate during screenings. Food and drink pricing is significantly above standard cinema rates, with portions flagged as small relative to cost. Staff are consistently praised for energy and friendliness.
