m+culture: Top 10 Baby-Friendly Cinema Screenings in London (and Across the UK)
Best Parent & Baby Cinema Clubs in 2024
Looking for a baby cinema near you? Whether you're emerging from the newborn haze or just desperate to sit in a dark room with a flat white and a film not involving animation, baby-friendly cinema screenings are a godsend.
These parent-and-baby screenings typically feature:
Lower sound levels
Soft lighting
Buggy parking
A zero-judgement zone for feeding, crying, and moving around
To save you trawling cinema websites in a sleep-deprived fog, we’ve rounded up the best baby cinemas in London and beyond — so you can feel human again (with popcorn).
Everyman Baby Club – Nationwide
Everyman’s Baby Club is a weekly favourite. Expect plush sofas, stylish surroundings, and snacks delivered to your seat — all while your baby snoozes or wriggles beside you.
Where: Locations across London, Manchester, Leeds, Bristol & more
When: Tuesday or Thursday mornings
Perks: Table service, buggy parking, baby changing, drink + snack included
Picturehouse Watch with Baby – Nationwide
A long-standing go-to for new parents. Films vary from indie to mainstream, and babies under 12 months are welcome.
Where: Across London, Brighton, Cambridge, Edinburgh and more
When: Varies by location (usually mornings/early afternoons)
Perks: Buggy storage, baby change, Picturehouse member discounts
Barbican Parent & Baby Screenings – Central London
Want something cultural and calm? Barbican’s screenings cater for cinephile parents in a baby-friendly setting.
Where: Barbican Centre, London EC2
When: Mondays and Saturdays, morning slots
Perks: Buggy park in foyer, excellent on-site café, central location
ArtHouse Crouch End – Babes in Arms
Loved by North London locals, this is a cosy, community-run indie cinema. It’s chilled, welcoming and genuinely baby-friendly.
Where: Crouch End, North London
When: Tuesdays at 12:30 PM and Saturdays at 9:30 AM
Perks: Arty vibe, baby-friendly staff, sling welcome, good coffee
Ritzy Baby Club – Brixton, London
Part of the Picturehouse family but with its own distinct energy, the Ritzy is a lively, loved spot with strong local community vibes.
Where: Brixton, SW2
When: Monday mornings
Perks: Spacious foyer, great café, indie cinema charm
The Lexi Cinema – Kensal Rise, London
A social enterprise cinema with heart. Proceeds support charitable projects, and their parent-and-baby screenings are warm and welcoming.
Where: Kensal Rise, NW London
When: Mondays at 11:00 AM
Perks: Supports charity, cosy atmosphere, community feel
Curzon Baby Screenings – Selected Locations
Curzon's parent-friendly screenings come with softer lighting, great films and often a hot drink + popcorn included.
Where: London (e.g. Soho, Mayfair), Oxford, Sheffield
When: Weekdays (varies by location)
Perks: Boutique interiors, curated new releases, free coffee + snack
Watershed Cinebabies – Bristol
In the heart of Bristol’s Harbourside, Watershed runs weekly screenings for new parents. Plus, the café is ideal for post-film chats and feeds.
Where: Bristol Harbourside
When: Wednesdays
Perks: River views, buggy space, creative atmosphere
Hyde Park Picture House – Leeds
One of the most beautiful historic cinemas in the UK, Hyde Park Picture House runs BYOBaby screenings in a relaxed, spacious setup.
Where: Leeds
When: Wednesdays
Perks: Classic architecture, limited capacity, free hot drink
The Light – Stockport & beyond
These relaxed, baby-friendly screenings are designed for new parents and their under-ones, with lowered sound, dimmed lights, and a warm, welcoming vibe.
Where: Stockport and selected Light locations nationwide
When: Varies by location, typically weekday mornings
Perks: Free drink refills, breastfeeding-friendly, buggy space (limited)