Reading Biscuit Factory will screen a live broadcast of Queen Elizabeth II’s funeral on Monday (September 9).
The cinema in Queen's Walk will show BBC coverage of ceremony from 9.30am instead of film screenings, for free.
No tickets are needed and members if the public can arrive any time after 9.30am, with the Queen’s funeral expected to begin at 11am.
Matthew O Ferguson, General Manager of Ealing Project, which own the cinema, said: “The Queen has dedicated 70 years of her life to the country and the service on Monday is a historical and important moment that people want to experience together.
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“Our cinema won’t be showing films as a mark of respect, so we felt that it was right that we allowed the local community to come together and use our space to pay their respects if they wish.”
The news comes after a number of pubs announced they will be screening the funeral in Reading.
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