AN open air cinema is set for a sequel after screenings in the sun-baked Battery Park attracted 2,500 people at the weekend.

The 'Pictures in the Park' event, organised by Inverclyde Leisure and funded by the council, as part of the successful Summer of Fun 2021 was a box office smash.

Families flocked to the park to enjoy classics like Lion King, Grease and The Greatest Showman on a big screen.

 

Pictures in the Park

Pictures in the Park

 

Now the outdoor cinema is to return in August for another weekend before the school holidays draw to a close.

Provost Martin Brennan said: “It was such a wonderful sight to see so many families enjoying a great day out at Battery Park while bathed in glorious sunshine.

“It can be difficult and expensive keeping children and young people entertained during the holidays so it’s great that we’re able to put on so many high-quality, free activities across the full seven-week break through our Summer of Fun 21 programme.

“The programme is proving a huge hit in keeping children and adults alike entertained and Pictures in the Park really was a blockbuster event.”

 

Pictures in the Park

Pictures in the Park

 

Film fans were treated to three screenings per day of family favourites from the comfort of deckchairs and bean bags which were sanitised in between each performance.

Families also enjoyed live musical and theatrical performances before each movie and there were stalls selling popcorn, ice cream, soft drinks and hot snacks.

There will be an encore featuring different films on the weekend of August 7-8.

There will be pre-show entertainment each day at noon, 3pm and 7pm.

Entry is free and on a first come, first served basis.

Summer of Fun 21 is part of the national ‘Get into Summer’ campaign by Parent Club funded by the Scottish Government.

For more information and to book activities and events visit www.inverclyde.gov.uk/summerfun21