About Us | Plaza Dorchester

Plaza Cinema

Plaza Cinema

18 December 2025

The Plaza Cinema is a four screen cinema in the heart of the historic county town of Dorchester, West Dorset. It has been serving the town since 10th July 1933, when it first opened as a single screen cinema. The cinema has been renovated with a modern twist on the tradition 'Art-Deco' architecture; of the building and boasts state-of-the-art projection and audio, including 4K and 3 x Laser NEC projectors.

 

Capacity

Accessibility

Projection

Audio

Plaza 1

188

             

Plaza 2

60

             

Plaza 3

110

  

4  

 

Plaza 4

75

   

2

   
 
Audio Description is a seperate audio track that runs alongside the main audio of the film. It can be accessed with a headset, available from the foyer.
It is a form of narration that provides information surrounding key visual elements in the film, for the benefit of our blind and visually impaired customers.
 
Due to Fire Regulations; Wheelchairs, Pushchairs and other large mobility aids are only permitted in designated wheelchair spaces 
We do not have the space or facilities to store these within our premises.
We do not accept liability for any loss or damage to these items.

Getting Here

The Plaza Cinema is located in Trinity Street, which runs in parallel to the high street (South Street). There is a walkway from South Street to Trinity Street located at the side of Natwest Bank, which emerges directly opposite the cinema. There are council run car parks within walking distance of the cinema as well as 'Pay & Display' on street parking.
 
 
Post Code: DT1 1TT
 

Ticket Information

 
In Cinema
 
Web, App, Phone
(Includes £1.25 Booking Fee)
Adult (15-59yrs)
£5.00
£5.45
Child (2-14yrs)
£5.00
£5.45
Senior (60yrs+)
£5.00
£5.45
Movie Moments (Every Thursday, excluding holidays)
£2.50
(hot drink & biscuit included)
£3.75 
(hot drink & biscuit included)
Event Cinema
£15.50*
£15.50*
Film & Fizz (includes a glass of prosecco)
from £7.00*
from £7.45*
* The cost of certain performances (such as Music & Theatre events) may vary. Please check individual performances for pricing
 

Contact Us

24 Hour Film Info Line: 01305 262488
Cinema Box Office: 01305 375045 (Weekdays after 2pm & Weekends after 11am)