Charity drive in cinema even to be held in Castleford - this is how you can get tickets

A drive in cinema event has been planned for Castleford, with families invited to enjoy a safe, socially distanced evening out in the name of charity.
By Holly Gittins
Published 25th Aug 2020, 12:30 BST
A drive in cinema will be held in Castleford in October in an effort to raise money for two local charities.A drive in cinema will be held in Castleford in October in an effort to raise money for two local charities.
A drive in cinema will be held in Castleford in October in an effort to raise money for two local charities.

Car retailer Motorpoint will host the Drive In Cinema at their Castleford site in October, in partnership with the Castleford Tigers Foundation and the Prince of Wales Hospice.

The event is expected to draw hundreds of people, and will include pre-show music, good and drink, and a special edition of drive in bingo, as well as the airing of 90s classic Pretty Woman.

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Motorpoint Castleford’s General Manager Chris Goodison, said: “We’re really looking forward to welcoming everyone to Motorpoint Castleford in early October to our Drive In Cinema.

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    A drive in cinema event has been planned for Castleford, with families invited to enjoy a safe, socially distanced evening out in the name of charity.A drive in cinema event has been planned for Castleford, with families invited to enjoy a safe, socially distanced evening out in the name of charity.
    A drive in cinema event has been planned for Castleford, with families invited to enjoy a safe, socially distanced evening out in the name of charity.

    "The perfect socially-distanced night out, we’re hoping it will help to raise lots of money to continue the amazing work done by the Castleford Tigers Foundation and The Prince of Wales Hospice in the town.”

    Motorpoint, which is located on Whistler Drive, close to Xscape Yorkshire and Junction 32 Outlet Centre, hope the event will raise some much-needed funds for the charities, who have struggled through the pandemic.

    Jill Kirkham, Fundraising Manager at The Prince of Wales Hospice, added: “We’re so grateful to Motorpoint for continuing to support us in these challenging times. It has been very difficult for the Hospice to fundraise in recent months and Motorpoint have gone above and beyond to ensure we can still bring funds in by creating this fabulous event.

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    "We can’t wait to settle down with our popcorn to watch such an iconic film, Pretty Woman is such a feel good movie, and a great choice for the Drive in Cinema.”

    Simon Fox, Foundation Community Director at the Castleford Tigers Foundation, said: “Motorpoint have been extremely generous in organising and hosting this fabulous concept to raise vital funds. I’m sure fans will really look forward to such a unique ‘Tigers Family’ occasion from the comfort and safety of their own car with family and friends.

    "Every penny raised will go into supporting our community even further at a crucial and challenging time for the Castleford district.”

    The Drive In Cinema will be held on Saturday, October 3, from 6pm, with the film expected to begin at 8pm.

    Entry to the event costs £20 per car, with all proceeds to the local charities.

    Tickets can be purchased here.