Drive-in cinema at Stoneleigh Park to host 'advent calendar' of Christmas movies

A drive-in cinema at Stoneleigh Park is hosting an 'advent calendar' of Christmas movies.

The month-long schedule of films, which has been announced by drive-in cinema company Nightflix, will feature festive classics both old and new.

Carloads can enjoy everything from Love Actually to Elf, debate the merits of Die Hard as a Christmas film, forget something important with Home Alone, and take a trip on the Polar Express from the comfort of their own cars .

There will also be screenings of films including Paddington, Back to the Future, Jurassic Park, A Star Is Born, The Greatest Showman, Rocketman and Bridget Jones’ Diary alongside other Christmas favourites; The Muppet Christmas Carol, How The Grinch Stole Christmas, Nativity!, The Holiday and The Nightmare Before Christmas.

All government guidelines on social distancing will be followed, including track and trace measures and lockdown tier adherence.

A full list of all Covid safety measures in place on site is available at: www.nightflix.co.ukThe sites will be fully decked with festive cheer so that film fans can get into the Christmas mood.

Visitors can also enjoy their cinema snacks with their film as food and drink will be available to purchase on site.

Nightflix owner John Sullivan said: “This year has been a tough one for film fans without access to their local cinemas, and we’re delighted to be able to bring a Christmas schedule packed with something for everyone to enjoy in socially-distanced drive-ins around the country.

"These films are so strongly associated with the festive feeling, and even in areas under strict lockdown the drive-in still lets families enjoy Christmas classics from the comfort and safety of their own vehicles.

"We’re ho-ho-hoping to bring a bit of festive cheer to people with these wonderful films.”

Tickets are per car and cost between £29 to £34 plus a booking fee.

To see the film schedules and to book tickets go to: www.nightflix.co.uk