Welcome to Birchvale

Warm Wednesdays

Doors open at 1pm film starts at 1:30pm

10^th December  – It Happened One Night (Clark Gable & Claudette Colbert) 1hr 45mins

17^th December – Miracle on 34^th Street (Richard Attenborough & Mara Wilson) 1hr 54mins

14^th January – The Swan (Grace Kelly & Alec Guinness) 1hr 44mins

21^st January – The Charge of the Light Brigade (David Niven & Olivia de Havilland) 1hr 55mins

28^th January  – A Streetcar Named Desire (Vivien Leigh & Marlon Brando) 2hrs 2mins

4^th February  – Modern Times (Charlie Chaplin) 1hr 27mins

11^th February – Rebel Without a Cause (James Dean & Natalie Wood) 1hr 51mins

18^th February  – Grand Hotel (Greta Garbo & Joan Crawford) 1hr 52mins

25^th February  – Harvey (James Stewart) 1hr 44mins

4^th March  – The Philadelphia Story (Katherine Hepburn & Cary Grant) 1hr 52mins

11^th March – Guys & Dolls (Marlon Brando, Jean Simmons & Frank Sinatra) 2hrs 30mins

18^th March – Butch Cassidy & the Sundance Kid (Robert Redford & Paul Newman) 1hr 50mins

25^th March  – You’ll Never Get Rich (Fred Astaire & Rita Hayworth) 1hr 28mins

This is a free event and no bookings will be taken it is first come first served

16th January 2026

Film

Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale sweeps viewers back into the opulent world of the Crawleys for one last, unforgettable chapter. As secrets surface and loyalties are tested, the family and their devoted staff face new challenges that could change Downton’s legacy forever. Romance, rivalry, and breathtaking twists collide in a spectacular send-off that celebrates everything fans have cherished. Prepare for laughter, tears, and triumph as the curtain finally falls on the beloved estate—this is Downton Abbey as you’ve never seen it before.

Tickets £5

Rated PG

2hr 4m

25th January 2026

Touring Theatre

The Twa Roberts is a one hour two woman show with songs, about Robert Tannahill and Robert Burns. These 2 poets were born 15 years apart, with very different attitudes to women. Robert Tannahill (Paisley's Weaver Poet) was shy and self conscious about his limp and never married after being let down by his love, Jessie. Robert Burns was well known for being rather a magnet for womankind, had many conquests, as well as a long marriage to Jean Armour. But how would they fare in today's dating scene? What would they put in their Tinder profile? Where would they take you on a first date? What music would they be into?

Singer/songwriters Pauline Vallance and Penni Mclaren Walker have been pondering these questions and have turned them into a show, featuring some original songs, as well as those of Tannahill and Burns. There are many shows about the more famous Robert and about his attitudes to women, but what about the lesser known Robert? How would his quiet and steadfast qualities fare compared to the charisma and magnetism of Robert Burns?

The show is set in the present and through the eyes of two women who date these two poets. It is lighthearted and filled with captivating songs, but also opens up discussion about attitudes to women, past and present

Tickets £12.00 Adult

30th January 2026

Film

Penguin Lessons is an uplifting, true-spirited adventure that begins with an unexpected rescue and blossoms into a life-changing bond. When an ordinary teacher encounters an oil-soaked penguin in need, he makes a split-second decision that leads to extraordinary consequences. As man and penguin navigate school halls, stormy seas, and the unpredictable tides of fate, their unlikely friendship sparks laughter, wonder, and a renewed sense of purpose. Heartwarming, humorous, and utterly unforgettable, Penguin Lessons reminds us that sometimes the smallest creatures make the biggest impact.

Tickets £5

Rated 12A

1h 50m

13th Feb 2026

Film

"Some loves are written in the stars, and some are written in letters."

Based on the internationally best-selling novel by Niall Williams, Four Letters of Love is a lyrical and deeply romantic Irish story about two soulmates, Nicholas (Fionn O'Shea) and Isabel (Ann Skelly), who are destined to be together, but kept apart by fate, family, and circumstance.

Set against the breathtaking landscapes of the west of Ireland, the story follows their parallel lives as they navigate personal tragedies and heartaches. Nicholas's quiet life is shattered when his father (Pierce Brosnan) has a divine epiphany and abandons his family to become a painter, while Isabel's world is upended after a family tragedy leads her parents (Helena Bonham Carter and Gabriel Byrne) to send her to a convent school.

As these "star-crossed lovers" embark on their individual journeys, unseen forces, ghosts, and a touch of magical realism conspire to pull the threads of their lives together in a miraculous way. This heartfelt and visually stunning film explores faith, hope, and the enduring power of true love that transcends all obstacles.

Tickets £5

Rated 12

1hr 49m

20th February 2026

Fundraiser

Doors open at 6:30 quiz starts 7:00pm

£2.00 pp teams up to 4

6 rounds with interval after 3^rd round

Booking is essential as we book out quick

Bring your bottle however our café will be open if anyone would like anything and a raffle at half time

 *Please note however that in recent times we have have complaints of a few that are to intoxicated and have spoiled the night. Therefore even though you can bring a bottle we can refuse entry and or remove people if they are deemed a nuisance.   

13th March 2026

Film

Prepare to laugh, cry, and be profoundly moved by I Swear, the powerful true story of a remarkable man who refused to be defined by his diagnosis.

Growing up in 1980s Scotland, John Davidson (Robert Aramayo, The Rings of Power) was a popular, sporty teenager with a bright future until he was suddenly diagnosed with Tourette's syndrome, a little-known and entirely misunderstood condition at the time. Met with ignorance, alienation, and even physical abuse, John's world is turned upside down as he struggles to navigate a society that shuns difference.

This critically acclaimed film, featuring standout performances from Shirley Henderson, Maxine Peake, and Peter Mullan, expertly balances heartbreaking moments with "frank, funny, and touching" Scottish humor. It's a story of resilience, the transformative power of kindness, and the universal fight for acceptance. John's journey from a social pariah to a nationally recognized campaigner (who once accidentally shouted "F*ck the Queen!" while receiving his MBE from the late monarch) will inspire you to see the world with more compassion and understanding.

Tickets £5

Rated 15

2hr 1m

26th April 2026

Tour

Arthur Coates & Kerran Cotterell are a two-man trad tornado tearing through the folk world with foot percussion, f iddle, guitar, vocals, and groove to spare. Kitted out with grooving basslines, tight harmonies, and offbeat charm, they’re just a couple of lads with a tangle of strings - yet they somehow summon the sound and swagger of a much bigger band. Their music blends original compositions with tunes and songs they’ve found in the wild, delivered with harmonies, tall tales, and a streak of serious silliness. Their shows mix clickety clacks, plucks and strums, with easy repartee and sharp turns - every piece crafted to keep toes tapping, faces smiling, and the whole room leaning in. It’s groove, grit, and guaranteed good times. Musically, they straddle tradition and invention, bridging the folk archive with a fearless modern edge. Some tracks glisten with clean lines and elegant harmonies - crystalline structures that shimmer in the light of contemporary trad. Others veer gleefully off course, hopping on the blues train for a whistle-stop tour of the Québécois folk line. One moment it’s reels and foot taps, the next it’s jazz chords, pop turns, and grooves that could jump the track and land somewhere between Vulfpeck and Le Vent du Nord. Arthur, a fiddler raised in Aberdeenshire, builds rolling, riff-heavy tunes grounded in his family’s musical traditions and shaped further by studies with Jonny Hardie (Old Blind Dogs). Kerran, a melodic schemer from Cumbria, draws on pop and choral training to weave in crisp harmonies and satisfying twists. Since first meeting at Sidmouth Folk Week in 2018 (one of them tipsy - you can guess who), Arthur and Kerran have grown from pub jam sessions to becoming festival favourites across the UK. As broadcaster Mike Blackburn put it: “One of the very best live acts I’ve ever seen - and I’ve seen a lot!” They’ve earned repeat invitations and enthusiastic followings at events like Sidmouth Folk Week, the UK’s longest-running folk festival; Purbeck Valley, known for spotlighting rising talent; and Edinburgh’s Scots Fiddle Festival, a cornerstone of Scotland’s traditional music scene. Their growing profile has also reached international audiences, with a 2024 tour of Québec and Ontario and a standout set at Festival Trad Montréal, one of Québec’s premier traditional music events. In 2025, they were named winners of the Robinson Emerging Artist Showcase at the Goderich Celtic Roots Festival, Canada’s leading pan-Celtic celebration. With performances in 2025 at the prestigious Shrewsbury Folk Festival, as well as FolkEast and Aberdeen’s Tall Ships Races, they’re quickly becoming one of the most talked-about acts on the circuit. After charming critics and crowds with their last album Music for Cows (2024), Arthur and Kerran have traded pasture for pyrotechnics. Their next release, Controlled Burn (due February 2026), leans hard into original material - with foot-stomping grooves, driving tunes, and a few tracks that come in smoking hot. The name? It was inspired by chance encounters, good times on the road, and possibly a barbecue on Lake Huron - but that story’s for another time. As Folkworld put it, their sound is “powerful and dark, fresh and fun” - and this time around, they’re striking the match on something bold, strange, and entirely their own. UK dates will follow in the spring, with North American shows lined up for summer 2026. Expect trad turned sideways, storytelling with soul, and grooves that smoulder, spark, and occasionally catch fire.

Doors open 7PM Show starts 7:30PM

Tickets £15.00