Cinemas
Reel Cinema
Reel Cinema: Your Local Cinema

Reel Cinemas is a chain of cinemas in the UK.


The Reel Cinema in Wakefield is a popular spot for locals to enjoy the latest films, located within the Ridings Shopping Centre.


It is one of the largest independent cinema exhibitors in the UK and has been in business since 2001.

Cinemas

Opening Times

The Ridings Shopping Centre

Monday 10:00AM - 10:00PM

Tuesday 10:00AM - 10:00PM

Wednessday 10:00AM - 10:00PM

Thursday 10:00AM - 10:00PM

Friday 10:00AM - 10:00PM

Saturday 10:00AM - 10:00PM

Sunday 10:00AM - 10:00PM

Location

Reel Cinema

Unit 104 -107

The Ridings Shopping Centre

Almshouse Lane

Wakefield

WF1 1DS

Distance from Ossett: 3.9 miles.

Travel Time: 14 minutes

Ticket Prices

All tickets now only £3.49 for films starting before 1 pm and £4.99 for kids and £5.99 for adults for all films starting after 1pm.

NHS, Armed Forces and the Emergency Services personnel pay £4.99 after 1pm

Remember Free Parking when visiting the cinema, get your token validated when at the box office.

Key Attractions

  • Affordable Ticket Prices: Reel Cinema offers tickets for £3.49 for films starting before 1 pm, and £4.99 for kids and £5.99 for adults for films starting after 1 pm.
  • Discounts: The cinema provides special discounts, including:

NHS, Armed Forces, and Emergency Services personnel pay £4.99 after 1 pm.

Max Card holders are entitled to a discounted cinema ticket for just £4.50 for any 2D or 3D film, exc. Live Events.

CEA Carers Card holders receive a complimentary ticket.

The cinema accepts Defence Discount Service cards and Blue Light Cards for discounted tickets

Corporate Deals are available for employees of certain businesses

  • Seniors Club: Every Tuesday, seniors can enjoy a specially selected movie and a free hot drink at a discounted price.
  • Kids Parties: The cinema offers affordable kids' parties, which include a newly-released film, kid's popcorn, kid's soft drink, a Milky Way Bar, and an area for the birthday cake.
  • Free Parking: Customers can enjoy free parking when visiting the cinema by getting their token validated at the box office.
  • Convenient Location: The cinema is located on the upper mall of The Ridings Shopping Centre, opposite Boots and M&S.
  • Late Evening Access: The Almshouse Lane and Cathedral entrances remain open until after the last film has finished, and the car parks are open until 11 pm.

Tips For Visitors

Best Time To Visit

  • Before 1 pm any day: Tickets are only £3.49 for films starting before 1 pm.
  • Tuesday evenings: Seniors Club is held every Tuesday, with a discounted price for a movie and a free hot drink.
  • After the last film has finished: The Almshouse Lane and Cathedral entrances remain open until after the last film has finished, providing late-night access.

To get the most up-to-date information on showtimes and crowd levels, you may want to visit Reel Cinema's website or contact them directly.

Must-Do Activities

  • Watch a film on a budget: Take advantage of the affordable ticket prices, with tickets costing only £3.49 for films starting before 1 pm.
  • Enjoy a discounted movie experience: Attend a Seniors Club screening held every Tuesday, which includes a movie ticket and a free hot drink at a reduced price.
  • Celebrate a special occasion with a Kids Party: Treat your child and their friends to a fun and affordable party package, including a film, snacks, and a dedicated cake area.
  • Catch a late-night screening: Enjoy extended access to the cinema, as the Almshouse Lane and Cathedral entrances remain open after the last film has finished.
  • Combine your cinema trip with shopping: Reel Cinema is conveniently located within The Ridings Shopping Centre, allowing you to shop at stores like Boots and M&S before or after your film.
  • Plan ahead for upcoming releases: Browse the "Coming Soon" section on the Attend special film seasons:** Look out for themed film seasons, such as the "KIDS STAR CLUB MOVIES SEASON" and "SPIDER-MANIA SEASON", offering a curated selection of films.
  • Enjoy free parking: Validate your parking token at the box office to benefit from free parking while enjoying your time at the cinema.

Facilities

Disabled Access

Fully accessible toilet

Free Car Parking

Multiple Screens

Subtitled/close-captioned screenings

Box Office

Concessions Stand

Nearby Attractions

Cinemas
Reel Cinema

Distance from Ossett: 3.9 miles.

Approx travelling time: 14 minutes

Days Open: Open MON-SUN

Admission Price: FROM £3.49

Shopping Centres
Trinity Walk Shopping Centre

Distance from Ossett: 4.4 miles.

Approx travelling time: 18 minutes

Days Open: Open MON-SUN

Admission Price: N/A

Shopping Centres
The Ridings Shopping Centre

Distance from Ossett: 3.9 miles.

Approx travelling time: 14 minutes

Days Open: Open MON-SUN

Admission Price: N/A

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How To get There

Buses

116 Wakefield - Ossett Bus Stn B (Timetable Opens in new Tab)

126 Wakefield - Ossett Bus Stn A (Timetable Opens in new Tab)

Parking

Visitor car park with 1,000 spaces, including 43 blue badge holder spaces and 22 family parking bays with direct access to the centre.

Car Park Prices
6AM - Midnight
Up to 1 hour

£1.20

Up to 2 hours

£2.20

Up to 3 hours

£3.20

Up to 4 hours

£3.80

4+ hours (all day)

£6.00

Enjoy free parking: Validate your parking token at the box office to benefit from free parking while enjoying your time at the cinema.

Contact

info@ridingscentre.com
01924 299619

Closing Remarks

Reel Cinema offers a true local cinema experience, with a commitment to providing affordable entertainment for the community.

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