COVID- 19 May 2021
- Thu May 20 2021
- Team Annan Lonsdale
COVID- 19 May 2021
What plans have we put in place to protect you from COVID-19?
On 10th May 2021, it was announced that Scotland’s cinemas could reopen their doors (again) to the public from 17th May 2021.
Since the first closure in March 2020, we have been working closely with the UK Cinema Association to
ensure that we were prepared to meet all of the necessary guidelines to protect our customers from
COVID-19 when we were allowed to welcome you back.
This ‘new normal’ we are all living in can be confusing and many of us will feel anxious about
returning to activities that we enjoy. So, we wanted to let you know what precautions we have taken
to keep you safe while you relax and enjoy the latest releases at the Annan Lonsdale Cinema.
1. We encourage you to book your tickets in advance (online or by phone) as we have
reduced capacity to allow for social distancing and need to allocate seating
2. Face coverings must be worn in the building by adults and children over the age of 12, unless exempt. Face coverings can be removed once seated only if you are enjoying some refreshments
3. One of the first changes you will notice is that we will be limiting the number of people in
our foyer at one time, so we may have to ask you to queue outside
4. A one-way system will be operated through the buildings with directional signage to help you
navigate your way
5. So far, all your favourite snacks are still available to purchase at our kiosk, but we ask you to
use contactless payment where possible
6. Our staff have all been provided with PPE and hand sanitiser. There are also new hand
sanitising stations available for customer use (at the entrance to the buildings and our three
screens)
7. Prior to opening, we undertook a deep clean of both buildings. Between shows
we will be cleaning surfaces. At the end of each day, door handles, toilets, the kiosk, and
other hot spots will be sanitised.