Vue Hull

The multiplex cinema at Princes Quay is your go-to spot in Hull if you want proper air-conditioned escapism and a decent film experience. Vue's showing the usual mix of blockbusters and smaller releases - just check their website to see what's on when you're planning your visit. It's got the standard cinema setup: multiple screens, decent sound systems, proper popcorn that costs too much, the lot.

This isn't a boutique arthouse venue, so don't expect anything particularly special about the building itself. What you get is a reliable afternoon or evening out when the weather turns grim, which in East Yorkshire, let's be honest, is fairly often. Families with fidgety kids will appreciate having options - multiple films usually means something for everyone from toddlers to teenagers. The screens aren't tiny either, so you're not squinting at the picture.

Location-wise, it's right in the town centre at Princes Quay, which makes it easy to park and grab food before or after the film. If you're staying at Manor Farm Camping just five miles away, this is a solid rainy-day plan that takes about two hours total. It won't be the highlight of your trip, but it does the job when you need a break from walking round parks or exploring Beverley. Prices are standard cinema rates - check their website for current tickets and any special offers they might be running.