The Castle Cinema
Cinema
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A century-old cinema in Hackney with two restored screens and original 1913 features, creating a unique vintage setting. Ideal for quiet film shoots or atmospheric productions.
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About The Castle Cinema
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The Castle Cinema occupies a circa‑1913 building and retains original period features across an intimate interior.
Venue highlights: Two staffed cinema screens operate alongside an on-site bar and café, all arranged around fixed auditorium seating with clear sightlines. In-room projection and sound systems are installed for standard cinema presentation.
Best for: Private screenings, livestream watch parties and small community film events.
Location: Chatsworth Road in Hackney is a community-focused high street near independent shops and services. Paid off-site parking is available for crew vehicles.
What guests say: The staff are responsive and provide hands-on technical support during private hires. Screen 2 is praised for comfortable seating and clear sightlines.
FAQ
No, snacks and drinks sold on site cannot be brought in; external catering is allowed for a Full Venue Hire, and even then it must be hot food. Screen hires must purchase drinks and snacks from the bar because the venue loses ticket revenue and income from bar customers and, as a small independent cinema with a fully functioning bar and café, relies on this revenue to stay afloat and is not BYO.
Yes. Guests can purchase food and drinks individually on the night.
Yes, guests can bring a birthday cake. However, popcorn cannot be brought because the venue has a fully functioning bar and concessions stand.
There would normally be one staff member (the duty manager) who can test the film, but that presence can be omitted if preferred.
A standard digital projector and surround sound (Dolby 5.1 or 7.1) are available in the private screening rooms.
Cancellations 60 days in advance will receive a full refund.
Cancellations 60 days to 30 days in advance will receive a 50% refund.
Cancellations for events starting within 30 days are non-refundable.
Event date of a confirmed booking can be changed to another date within 2 months from the original date, at no cost.
At The Castle Cinema, the following catering options are available:
- In-house catering service is available
- Bringing your own catering/food is allowed
- Paid parking facilities are available nearby
Here are some event spends from guests who recently held events at The Castle Cinema:
- Screen 2 hosting 20 guests: £540
- Screen 1 hosting 80 guests: £1584
For detailed pricing tailored to your event, please contact the venue.
The Castle Cinema is located at 64 - 66 Brooksby's Walk, in Hackney Borough, London. The nearest metro station is Homerton Station.
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