Cherished Liverpool park to open city's biggest outdoor cinema - what's on & how to book
One of Liverpool’s most popular parks is opening the city’s biggest open-air cinema.
The big screen will come to Calderstones Park this summer as national Shared Reading charity The Reader unveils its brand-new outdoor movie space.
Eight handpicked films, ranging from literary adaptations to feel-good classics and family-friendly favourites, will be hitting the screen under the stars between July 30 and August 28, set against the backdrop of the Grade II listed Georgian Mansion House.
The first film to open the summer season will be 1999 high school rom com 10 Things I Hate About You, followed by the 1989 comedy Shirley Valentine and other major hits. All profits will support The Reader’s charitable work.
The new outdoor cinema has been made possible thanks to a grant by social investor Livv Investment, part of Livv Housing Group, based in Prescot.
Sharon Marsh, Executive Director at Livv Investment, said: “We’re delighted to be investing in The Reader and are pleased to hear their plans for an open-air cinema over the summer.
“By investing in The Reader, we’re not just supporting the arts – we’re helping to facilitate measurable social impact. Reading initiatives and cultural events build stronger, healthier communities, reduce isolation, and foster resilience. It’s a powerful return on investment in human connection and creativity, and we’re looking forward to seeing this investment come to life.”
Full list of films
- 10 Things I Hate About You (12) - Wednesday July 30, 9pm
- Shirley Valentine (15) - Thursday July 31, 9pm
- Little Women (U) - Thursday August 7, 8.45pm
- Mamma Mia! (12) - Friday August 8, 8.45pm
- Sense & Sensibility (U) - Sunday August 10, 8.45pm
- Romeo & Juliet (12) - Friday August 15, 8.30pm
- Matilda the Musical (PG) - Wednesday August 27, 8.15pm
- Wicked (PG) - Thursday August 28, 8.15pm
Tickets & screening info
Gates will open an hour before screening time. Pre-orders will be taken for food with vegan options available. You can book a deckchair for £5 or bring your own picnic blanket.
Tickets cost £14.50 for adults and £9.50 for under 16s. Calderstones members will be able to save 10% and receive priority booking from 10.00am on June 6.
General sale will open from Tuesday, June 10. All bookings can be made here.