Here at Seen in the City, we love Backyard Cinema, offering a truly magical way to see your favourite films. And this festive seasons it is returning to London with its most immersive and enchanting Christmas experience yet. You can roam through an Enchanted Forest where you’ll discover Christmas cabaret, cosy corners, surprise performances and tasty treats, all encapsulated by your favourite festive film. Films include Elf, Home Alone, Love Actually, and more seasonal favourites.
When and where is Backyard Cinema running this year?
Running from 26 November to 31 December, Christmas at Backyard Cinema will transform a Victorian warehouse on Tanner Street, London Bridge—Backyard’s most central London location to date—into a breathtaking Enchanted Forest: a hidden world of festive magic just moments from Borough Market, Maltby Street, and Tower Bridge.
What can I expect from Backyard Cinema?
Ideally located for a festive day out, Backyard Cinema is Christmas cinema reimagined; immersive, magical, and unlike anything you’ve experienced before. More than just the Movies, Backyard Cinema is famed for transforming iconic spaces into extraordinary experiences and this year’s edition is set to be their most festive yet.
Audiences will be transported through an enchanted winter forest, where live performers, festive cabaret, and secret theatrical moments will be discovered for an hour before the film even starts. Across three atmospheric rooms, audiences will encounter live music, spontaneous performances, and festive themed bars in a fully free-roaming setting.
In the Christmas Cabaret Room, enjoy upbeat live music, high-energy table service & performances of classic Christmas hits, performed by live musicians and singers. From there, step into The Enchanted Forest, a spellbinding indoor winter setting filled with trees, 20 tonnes of real bark underfoot, surprise performances, and a secret cosy cabin tucked deep in the woods. With themed bars and photo-ready corners, it’s the ultimate festive hideaway.
Finally, audiences are led in a carol-singing procession to The Forest Cinema, a bark filled retro-style theatre where it snows before every screening.
Founder and CEO of Backyard Dominic Davies says: “ We are so excited to be in London Bridge this Christmas with a brand-new experience. From the moment guests walk through the door, they’ll be transportedto a winter wonderland, filled with all the music, joy and wonder of Christmas where traditions are created, and memories are made”.
This year’s film line-up features beloved Christmas favourites, each packed with nostalgia, laughter, and magic:
Elf (2003) / Home Alone (1990) / Love Actually (2003) / How the Grinch Stole Christmas (2000) /The Holiday (2006) / The Muppet Christmas Carol (1992) /The Nightmare Before Christmas (1993) / Miracle on 34th Street (1994) / The Grinch (2018) / It’s a Wonderful Life (1946).
Who is Backyard Cinema suitable for?
With five screenings daily from midday to 8 pm, including family-friendly matinees, Christmas at Backyard Cinema offers something for everyone, from parents and kids to couples, groups of friends, and work socials.
Every ticket includes the full cinema experience plus an hour of free roaming immersive entertainment from the moment you arrive. The perfect kickstart to Christmas.
How to book Backyard Cinema?
Book tickets on their website: backyardcinema.co.uk
Christmas at Backyard Cinema
26 November – 31 December 2025*
(Closed Christmas Day & Boxing Day)
Show times: 12pm, 2pm, 4pm, 6pm, 8pm Daily
Run time: Approx 2hr 40mins (depending on film length)
49 Tanner St, London SE1 3PL
