DISUSED LONDON TUBE STATION The Strand, opened in 1907 and renamed Aldwych in 1915, is one of over 40 disused tube stations in London, often called 'ghost stations' spanning 255 miles of track.
Built on the site of an old theatre, The Royal Strand Theatre (demolished in 1905), there have been many sightings of ghostly figure, an actress from the theatre who haunts the station.
Today, the station is maintained by The London Underground as a museum piece, art gallery and film set ­ most notably for: 'Patriot Games', 'Honest' and the forthcoming James Bond, 'Die Another Day'.

Showing: “An American Werewolf In London” (1981) 3rd / 4th October.
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ALNWICK CASTLE – NORTHUMBERLAND Described by the Victorians as 'The Windsor of the North', Alnwick Castle has been the backdrop for many historical and famous events since it first appeared in the history books in 1096. It is the ancestral home of The Duke Of Northumberland, whose family have lived there since 1309.
More recently famous as the setting for 'Hogwarts School of Wizardry and Witchcraft' in the Harry Potter films, the mediaeval castle has also featured in 'Robin Hood Prince of Thieves', 'Mary Queen of Scots', 'Becket', 'Ivanhoe', 'Blackadder' and 'Dracula'.

Showing: “Monty Python And The Holy Grail” (1975) 18th / 19th October.
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USAF AIRCRAFT HANGER DUXFORD – CAMBRIDGE The aerodrome at Duxford was built during the First World War and was one of the earliest Royal Air Force stations, integral in training fledgling pilots for battle.
In February 1940 one of the heroes of the Second World War, Flying Officer Douglas Bader, was posted to No.19 Squadron at Duxford. Every day throughout WW2 some sixty Spitfires and Hurricanes were dispersed around Duxford, the squadrons playing a vital part in the 'Battle of Britain' throughout the summer of 1940.

Showing: “Apocalypse Now - Redux” (1979) 1st / 2nd November.
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STIRLING CASTLE – SCOTLAND This stunningly located castle perched grandly on the side of a cliff, has attracted the attention of Kings and Princes throughout history with its formidable and imposing walls providing fortification against invading armies. From the castle battlements, there is a breathtaking view over the Forth valley to the peak of Abbey Craig, the famous battle site of Bannockburn, where in 1314 Robert the Bruce won Stirling back from English clutches.
Stirling Castle has been home to Alexander I, James I, William the Lion, Mary Queen of Scots and Charles I and is proudly regarded as one of the most important castles in Scotland.

Showing: “Lord Of The Rings – The Fellowship Of The Ring” (2001) 8th / 9th November
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TODMORDEN CHURCH – WEST YORKSHIRE Todmorden church was built between 1864 and 1869. Based on 14th century 'decorated gothic' design with sweeping archways, marble columns and a beautiful stained glass rose window containing over thirty thousand pieces of glass. Todmorden Church's size is more suggestive of a small cathedral, holding over 500 people and was designed by John Gibson, a member of the 'Houses of Parliament' architectural team.
This beautiful Unitarian church was granted Grade 1 status and is rarely opened to the public.

Showing: “The Others” (2001) 22nd / 23rd November.
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ALNWICK CASTLE – NORTHUMBERLAND Described by the Victorians as 'The Windsor of the North', Alnwick Castle has been the backdrop for many historical and famous events since it first appeared in the history books in 1096. It is the ancestral home of The Duke Of Northumberland, whose family have lived there since 1309.

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Aarghh! Don't mention that place to me. We have a 1919 local topical of the Percy Hunt in action in the castle grounds, which we showed at a public film show not so long ago. I practically got lynched by anti-hunting activists!