Fen Ditton is an historic conservation village popular with visitors offering pubs, off road riverside walks and cycle routes from the centre of Cambridge. It is also easily accessible by car or taxi being close to Cambridge and a short distance from the A14.

The large Recreation Ground is surrounded by trees in an elevated position providing a wonderful setting to enjoy a summers evening with hot food, bar, regular refreshments and snacks while waiting to watch the sun go down and the screening of this epic film, Bohemian Rhapsody to begin.

Bohemian Rhapsody released last year, is a foot-stomping celebration of Queen, their music, and lead singer Freddie Mercury.

Freddie defied stereotypes and shattered convention to become one of the most beloved entertainers on the planet. The film traces the meteoric rise of the band through their iconic songs and revolutionary sound. They reach unparalleled success, but in an unexpected turn Freddie, surrounded by darker influences, shuns Queen in pursuit of his solo career. Having suffered greatly without the collaboration of Queen, Freddie manages to reunite with his bandmates just in time for Live Aid. While bravely facing a recent AIDS diagnosis, Freddie leads the band in one of the greatest performances in the history of rock music. Queen cements a legacy that continues to inspire outsiders, dreamers and music lovers to this day.

“Frankly, if you are not cheering along with the crowd as Mercury belts out an ultra-satisfying rendition of "We are the Champions," then a doctor should check your pulse.”

Mara Reinstein - Us Weekly

Proceeds from this event will be donated to Fen Ditton Recreation Ground Trust to support the development of the Pavilion & Community Room

The Details

The evening will start at 7.30pm with streamed music to get the evening underway. For guests to get the full benefit of the screen, the film will start once the sun goes down and natural daylight has gone at about 9.15pm. The evening will finish at the end of the screening at about 11.30pm.

Food & Bar

The Bar, regular refreshments and snacks including cakes, crisps and popcorn will open at 7.30pm and remain available throughout the screening.

Hot Food is brought to us by Villa Food and Wine from 7.30pm to 9.00pm.Villa Food and Wine is a boutique events service based in Suffolk, specialising in creating an intimate atmosphere and using sustainable and local ingredients. www.villafoodandwine.com

From their converted Rice horse box they will be serving @£6.50 Slow Roasted Suffolk Pulled Pork in a freshly made bun with a choice of homemade honey mustard or parsley sauce. There will also be a vegetarian option of a stacked halloumi burger with homemade relish. Advanced orders available (see tickets).

Tickets

All tickets purchased on line are subject to a booking fee

General Admission Adult £10

General Admission Adult + Meal Deal £15.80

General Admission Child (under 12) £5.00

General Admission Child (under 12) + Meal Deal £10.80

NB Children Under 12 must be accompanied by an Adult (Film 12A Certification)

What You Need to Bring

Tickets: On the day, your ticket can be shown by printing it off on paper or on your Smartphone.

Please bring your own camping/deck chairs, cushions, picnic blankets etc. Warm clothing, blankets and a torch recommended. Remember it does get chilly late in the evening. To keep costs down there are no chairs provided.

Toilets will be available

Getting Here

Bicycles : There are a number of cycle routes throughout Cambridge with Routes 11 and 51 going very close to the venue. We will ensure there is somewhere to park and lock your bike. We are a 20 minute ride from the centre of Cambridge

Walking:1 hour riverside walk from the Centre of Cambridge

Cars: Car Parking will be available on the Recreation Ground at a fee of £2 per car. Parking restrictions will be in place on the surrounding narrow roads to the Recreation Ground to prevent congestion and protect the village.

Gates will be closed at midnight, any cars remaining will need to be collected by arrangement with the organisers the following morning.

Taxi: Fares from the centre of Cambridge or return from the venue are in the region of £10.00

Bus: The Stagecoach Citi 3 route runs from Cambridge Rail Station and City Centre to Fison Road. We are a 10 minute walk from Fison Rd. Please note the last bus returns to Cambridge at 22.35

Weather: This event will go ahead in rain or shine, so be prepared. Only in very high winds and lightning storms will we reschedule the event.

Refunds will only be provided if we reschedule the event because we have deemed the event unsafe and you can't make the new date.

Some Do's & Don'ts

We want you to have fun, sing and dance but please be considerate for others around you. If you want to dance during the film please go to the side with your friends so as not to interrupt the view of the screen for others.

Smoking / Vaping is permitted on site but only to the side and back of the event.

Disorderly or intoxicated behaviour that impacts on others guests will not be tolerated and we reserve the right to ask such guests to leave.

Well behaved and quiet dogs are welcome but we reserve the right to ask you to leave, if they are disturbing the enjoyment of the film for others.

Overnight camping is not permitted