FAQs

Can I choose my own seats when booking?

Yes, when booking you will be shown a seating plan which will display the available seats for you to choose from. Please note that row AA is closest to the screen. 

Can I view a seating plan?

Yes, you can download our seating plan here.  Please note that row AA is closest to the screen. 

What are Saffron Screen’s opening hours?

Saffron Screen operates from Friday night through to Monday night with matinee performances on most Saturdays and Sundays. We also try to screen on weeknights and weekdays during the school holidays. Click here for details of upcoming screenings.

Is there parking on site?

Yes, there is ample, free parking on site but, if you live in Saffron Walden, we do encourage you to come by bike or on foot.

Please note: parking can get busy at times, especially if Saffron Hall are also holding an event so we do advise to arrive with plenty of time ahead of your screening.

When do the cinema doors open?

Doors open 30 minutes before the advertised showing times, unless the website shows a different time for a specific event. This is for a number of reasons:

What if I arrive early?

Don’t worry if you arrive early. There are benches you can wait on outside, and in inclement weather you can wait in the school lobby area until the doors open.

Where can I get information on new films or events?

There are lots of ways to find out what’s on at Saffron Screen:

• Visit our “What’s On” website pages
• Pick up a programme from the cinema, TiC or numerous businesses in Saffron Walden
• Join one or more of our mailing lists – email us at [email protected] and include details of any specific film interests.
• Like and follow us on Facebook and Instagram @saffronscreen for updates, listings, trailers and special content

Can I bring a baby to the cinema?

Under 2s are free if they sit on a carer’s lap but will be charged for if they occupy a seat.

Children ages 3 and over will be charged the child’s rate whether they occupy a seat or not.

We are happy to admit under 2s into a morning or afternoon performances with a U or PG certification, however, please spare a thought for our other guests – if your baby grows unsettled, please step outside for a moment until they’ve calmed down.

Do you have a bar?

Yes, a selection of wines and beers are available to purchase at screenings after 6pm on Fridays and Saturdays, and at selected other screenings. We also have a range of soft drinks, hot drinks and snacks that are available at every screening.

Do you sell Gift Vouchers?

Gift Vouchers for Saffron Screen are available to purchase online, at the box office or at the Tourist Information Centre. Buy Online Here.

It’s my child’s birthday, can I have a slide on screen with their name?

Yes. Please give us at least a week’s notice. Email your request to [email protected]

Can I hire the cinema privately?

Yes! If you would like to enquire about private hire of the cinema – for a screening of a released film or of your own material, email [email protected]

How can I send in feedback?

As an organisation we are committed to meeting the needs of the community we serve, and we continually review all of our policies and procedures. If you have a view, or wish to give feedback, we would be pleased to hear from you. You can fill in a feedback form at the cinema itself, or email us at [email protected]

Tickets purchased online, by phone or in person, are non-refundable unless the screening is cancelled for any reason. If this happens, a full refund will be given including booking fee to the original payment method. Complimentary tickets such as friend’s tickets will also be refunded in the event of a cancelled screening.

We are unable to offer refunds for illness or injury but may be able to swap your tickets as below.

Ticket Swaps

In the event you are unable to attend your booked screening, it may be possible that we can transfer your tickets to another screening with the same ticket values.

We are unable to split up tickets per screening so they must be a like for like swap.

This can be done by emailing [email protected] no less than 72 hours before your screening start time with your booking information and what screening you would like to swap them to.

There will be a £2.50 admin fee for transferring your tickets which will be payable at the box office when you collect your tickets on the day of your screening. If you are unable to pay the £2.50 admin fee, you will be refused entry.

Tickets swaps are not guaranteed nor are they a right, but we will do our best to accommodate. Any requests received within 72 hours of your screening will not be eligible for a ticket swap.