It doesn't get much better than the Arts Picturehouse when it comes to watching a film in Cambridge. Located slightly out of the city centre and up a flight of stairs, it feels like a hidden paradise - well, one you're sharing with everyone else in the know!
The selection of films balances between arthouse independent flicks to the big blockbusters. My visit was with my parents to see Star Wars (yes, my second viewing!) on their anniversary. What better way to spend an afternoon? Pre-booked seats meant little stress on when to arrive and no trailers meant we were quickly into the film, reducing 'that' cinema feeling.
Due to the centre being very busy pre-Christmas, my mum and I also decided to get lunch at the bar on the mezzanine level. Most tables were taken - think yummy mummys and groups avoiding the high street chains - but we managed to grab one of the last between us. The menu isn't very lunch light so don't expect sandwiches and the like but I would fully recommend the delicious coq au vin. Tender chicken on the bone doused in rich gravy, perfect! Especially when you add a side of salty fries and wash it down with a glass of white wine.
One of the better cinema experiences I've had and one I am jealous I cannot recreate more often. read more