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Nestled in the heart of Lewes and the South Downs National Park, Depot is a contemporary independent three-screen cinema and stylish café-restaurant with gardens and terrace. Just next door to Lewes train station, Depot is easily accessible from Brighton, Glynde, Eastbourne, Seaford and even London.
It offers an innovative programme of mainstream, art house and independent films; world cinema, documentaries and classic films; along with special events, guest speakers and workshops. The restaurant has an ever-evolving seasonal menu, showcasing a variety of local ingredients – including a fantastic selection of local beers and ales.
With sustainability at its core, Depot strives to be an exemplar of sustainable business, both as a local venue and in the wider cinema industry, to achieve the lowest possible environmental impact. Depot was conceived and is operated along the principles of accessibility for all and environmental and social sustainability. The venue serves as a focal point for the community, and includes private hire facilities.
Depot is open all year round. In the summer months, the outdoor garden becomes a hive of activity.
For up to date opening times, please visit lewesdepot.org/visit/opening-times.
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- Additional detailed accessibility information:
- Step-free access to all or most areas: There is step-free access to all or most areas. This may include access by ramp or lift. As a minimum, there is step-free access to an accessible toilet and at least one food and beverage outlet, where available.
- Step-free entrance: There is step-free access at the main entrance or an alternative entrance. This may be via a ramp or lift.
GENERAL
- Assistive listening system: There is an assistive listening system available e.g. a hearing loop.
- Disability awareness / equality training: Disability awareness / equality training is provided for staff.
- Emergency evacuation plan for disabled people: Personal or General Emergency Evacuation Plans are in place for disabled customers.
- Enclosed outdoor area: There is an enclosed outdoor area for customer use.
- Seating at regular intervals: Seating is available at regular intervals.
- Wheelchair-accessible toilet in public areas: A designated accessible toilet designed for wheelchair users, and others with visible and non-visible accessibility requirements, is available within the main public areas.
- Wheelchair-accessible viewing area: A wheelchair-accessible viewing area with step-free access is available providing an optimal vantage-point to view performances, presentations or activities.
PARKING
- Designated accessible parking: Designated accessible parking is available within 50 metres of the main entrance or an alternative step-free entrance if applicable.
- Step-free route with firm surface from car park to entrance: There is a step-free route with a firm surface from the parking to the main entrance or an alternative step-free entrance.
RESTAURANT / DINING ROOM / BAR
- Dietary requirements catered for: A selection of food is offered for a range of dietary requirements.
- Table service as standard or on request: Table service is available as standard or on request.
- Wheelchair-accessible food and beverage outlet: There is at least one wheelchair-accessible food and beverage outlet on site.
Opening Times
| 2026 (1 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 2026) |
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* For up to date opening times, please visit lewesdepot.org/visit/opening-times
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