Hylands Estate

Essex Open-Air Cinema

The UK's No.1 outdoor cinema shows will return to Hylands Estate for Halloween.

Get ready for a Halloween experience like no other. *Tickets will sell quickly!

What's On + Book Tickets

17 Oct

Scary Movie (18)

Friday 17 October

Gates: 6:00PM / Show: 7:30PM

A hilarious Halloween open-air screening of the the horror parody classic SCARY MOVIE!

Bring a blanket or camping chair, wrap up warm, and get ready to laugh (and scream!) as Scary Movie takes over the giant outdoor screen under the stars!

FANCY DRESS HIGHLY ENCOURAGED!

Plus, enjoy a spooky soundtrack before the film, featuring creepy classics and Halloween anthems for ghouls, ghosts, killers, and humans alike.
18 Oct

Hocus Pocus Spooktacular (PG)

Saturday 18 October

Gates: 5:00PM / Show: 6:30PM

A spooktacular Halloween open-air screening of the Disney classic HOCUS POCUS!

Bring a blanket or camping chair, wrap up warm, and watch Hocus Pocus on a giant cinema screen under the stars!

FANCY DRESS HIGHLY ENCOURAGED!

Plus a spooky soundtrack to enjoy before the movie with specially curated songs for witches, ghouls, ghosts, vampires, werewolves and humans alike.
19 Oct

The Nightmare Before Christmas (PG)

Sunday 19 October

Gates: 5:00PM / Show: 6:30PM

Get ready for a screening of Tim Burton's classic The Nightmare Before Christmas!

FANCY DRESS HIGHLY ENCOURAGED!

Plus a spooky soundtrack to enjoy before the movie with specially curated songs for witches, ghouls, ghosts, vampires, werewolves and humans alike.

About the Venue

Nestled within 574 of restored historic parkland, Hylands Estate creates the most magical setting to escape to. Sit back and enjoy taking in the serene natural beauty that surrounds you and your film!

Please click here to find out more.

Hot food and snacks available

Picnics and drinks welcome.

No glasses. Plastic and paper cups only

No dogs, except assistance or guide dogs.

Event Location

Screenings take place in the Writtle events field, behind Hylands Adventure Castle.

Parking is available in the field at Hylands Park car park. Parking in this event parking field is free for cinema guests.

Vehicles must enter the estate using the entrance on Greenbury Way, this Google pin will lead you to the entrance of the estate: https://goo.gl/maps/UqhzzkAaiNoeMnEs9

Please note - Parking is only available in this designated Hylands Park car park via Greenbury Way (CM2 8FS). Do not park in the Hylands House car park as this will be locked at 10pm. The designated event parking is just a short walk from the event space.

Accessibility: There are a limited number of parking spaces for Blue Badge holders, available on a first-come, first-served basis. The event is held on flat ground with short grass and is a short distance of approx. 300m from the event car park, across a field with some uneven ground followed by a gravel section which can be difficult for unassisted wheelchairs. There will be accessible toilet facilities on-site. Please speak to our friendly stewards if you require any assistance.

EVENT INFO

There is some important event information we advise you to read before attending this screening. Please click here to view this information.

For more information on the event experience please click here.

By purchasing tickets, you agree to the Adventure Cinema Terms and Conditions

Venue Address

Hylands Estate
Greenbury Way
Essex
CM2 8FS

Essential Add-Ons

Enhance your experience with our Snacking Treat Bags, Adventure Cinema Programme and Blankets.

Treat bags are a branded tote bag filled with delicious sharing snacks PLUS the official Adventure Cinema 2025 Season Programme.

*Pre-order your essential add-ons when purchasing your tickets and collect them on arrival at the event. Add-ons can also be purchased separately by coming back to this page and clicking ‘Book Tickets’ on your show.