Summer Cinema at Broadfield Park Slopes - Fantastic Mr Fox

A picnic blanket is spread on the grass with a box of popcorn and two glasses of juice on it under a clear blue sky.

Date: Thursday, 30 July 2026

Location: Broadfield Park Slopes, The Esplanade, Rochdale OL16 1AQ

Cost: Free

Time: 1pm - 4pm

About this event

Thursday, 30 July 2026. Join us at Broadfield Park slopes for an outdoor screening of Fantastic Mr. Fox. Bring a blanket or chair and enjoy this charming, family-friendly film under the open sky.

About the film

  • Film length: 1 hour 28 mnutes
  • Film rating:  Fantastic Mr Fox is rated PG for parental guidance.

Fantastic Mr. Fox is a 2009 stop-motion animated adventure comedy film directed by Wes Anderson. It is based on the 1970 novel by Roald Dahl. It stars George Clooney, Meryl Streep, Jason Schwartzman, Bill Murray, Willem Dafoe, and Owen Wilson.

In the film, a clever but restless fox, despite having a safe family life, secretly returns to his old habit of stealing from nearby farmers. Putting his family and friends in danger, Mr Fox is forced to face the consequences of his actions and to find a way of protecting those he cares about while being true to who he is.

Refreshments

Refreshments including snacks and soft drinks will be available before the film begins. These will be served by the Rochdale Town Hall.

Parking

Rochdale Town Hall carpark will be closed for the event as it is being used for the cinema screen. Find parking near Rochdale Town Hall

Disclaimer

Events and activities are not organised by Rochdale Borough Council unless stated otherwise. Neither is Rochdale Borough Council responsible for the accuracy of the information provided. If you are under 18, ask your parent or guardian before taking part in any event or activity.

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