We’re opening the Palace for two free special events as a way to say ‘thank you’ to National Lottery players who have supported us over the years, as well as welcoming new visitors!
More than £32 million is raised for good causes every week by National Lottery players, and in recent years the Palace has been lucky to receive a little of this via BFI Film Hub South East. We’ve put lottery funding towards film seasons, local film heritage programmes and education projects, all aimed at expanding and growing what the Palace offers and who we reach in our local communities and beyond.
To attend either of these special events, no booking is necessary. Please just arrive on the day and show any National Lottery ticket, Instant Win Game, or scratchcard (physical or on your phone), bought at any time.
Broadstairs, Margate & Ramsgate on Film
Sat 7 March
14:00-15:15
Explore the history of Broadstairs, Margate and Ramsgate as filming locations! Illustrated talk with lots of pics and clips, from newsreel to spy drama to EMPIRE OF LIGHT, and from serious tales of modern life to musicals and romcoms, plus rare archive footage from Screen Archive South East.
The Palace Cinema – 60 Years a Cinema
Sun 15 March
14:00-15:15
Illustrated talk exploring the story of this wonderful little cinema since 1965, as well as the building it’s in and the building that was here before! A chance to look around before and after.
We look forward to seeing you!
Director: Various
Starring: The Palace, Thanet
Year: Various
Language: English
Country: Various
Running time: 1hr 15mins