Welcome to Storyhouse
Storyhouse is a charity. Our home in Chester incorporates a library, theatres, an independent cinema, a restaurant, and is a community and creative social space.
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Highlights
FRIENDS! The Musical Parody
The Rocky Horror Show
Chester International Film Festival 2026
13 – 22 March
Join us for a 10-day festival featuring a hand-picked selection of international film previews, locally curated short film programmes, expert guest speakers, and more – we’re certain there’s something for every film lover to enjoy!
See more for less with our Multibuy Offer. Save 25% when you book two CIFF 2026 events, or 50% when you book three or more at the same time.
Co-produced by Storyhouse, Chester Film Society, and the University of Chester.
This house is your house.
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Young Storyhouse Card
Aged 16-25? Sign up to Young Storyhouse Card for FREE to get access to £5 cinema tickets, and more!
Plan Your Visit
We are open 8am-11pm each day, and from 9.30am on Sundays.
Use the Library
Books, audiobooks and ebooks plus free WiFi and co-working spaces.
Book a table at The Kitchen
Catch up with friends, grab a quick bite or enjoy a pre-theatre dining experience with an exciting menu of big and small plates, bowls and bites.
Hire A Space
Use one of Storyhouse’s unique indoor or outdoor spaces for your meeting, party or wedding