There’s still time to book Christmas dinner at Tywyn’s Magic Lantern.

The award-winning cinema will once again open for Christmas Day, offering ‘food, film and friendship’ to the community.

For what organisers believe is the seventh year, the independently owned cinema will open its doors from Thursday 25 December for anyone who wishes to spend their Christmas at the movies.

They’re not just putting on a film however, but also offering a free Christmas dinner alongside fellow residents, staff and volunteers.

Tipples and mince pies will be available when doors open from 11am, and the event is funded by community donations and run by volunteers and staff who offer their time.

The Magic Lantern’s Geoff Hill said: “As usual, the Lantern will be opening its doors on Christmas Day for anyone who would like to spend Christmas with their community!

“You can come along all day, pop in for a drink and a mince pie, join us for lunch or just pop in to watch the film.

“The choice is yours and it's all free - just be sure to book a ticket so we know how many to cater for if coming for lunch.”

On why they chose to open on Christmas Day Goeff said: “Why wouldn’t you do it, is more of the question?”

Volunteers will be dressing up as elves and delivering food and presents to those in the area who are too ill or otherwise unable to attend in person.

When asked what Christmas film they have selected for the big event, we were told it will be kept secret until the day.

If you would like to book yourself a place for this free festive meal, you can visit the Magic Lantern website - https://tywyncinema.co.uk/MagicLantern.dll/WhatsOn?f=189539