Shropshire Independent Cinema (SIC), presents vibrant three-day festival — “The Rural Remix,” taking place from 11th to 13th July 2025.

The initiative sees Ludlow Assembly Rooms, Old Market Hall in Shrewsbury, Wem Town Hall, and Wellington Orbit joining forces after months of shared planning and collaboration.

“The Rural Remix” promises a unique celebration with a strong emphasis on young talent, craftspeople, artists, and the distinct independent spirit of Shropshire communities.

Shropshire Independent Cinema also brings you a UK-first deal to celebrate our farming community: buy 1, bring a friend for free. Get your Films for Farmers code here.

Booking Now Open!

The Line Up at Wem Town Hall:

Withnail and I – Friday 11 July, 7.30pm

Discovery Film Fest Shorts – Saturday 12 July, 1,30pm

Holy Cow and the Big Cheese Off! – Saturday 12 July, 7.30pm

Each venue will host special themed events:

Wem Town Hall will host “The Big Cheese Off,” inspired by the French farming drama Holy Cow. This event will see Shropshire cheeses pitted against the local French cheese featured in the film, inviting local farming and foodie communities.

Ludlow Assembly Rooms will offer a free animation workshop led by animator Lewis Heriz, available to families and audiences booking tickets to Ken Loach’s classic British film Kes.

Shrewsbury’s Old Market Hall is set to host a red carpet Gala screening of a film selected by the 2025 Shropshire Young Curators. These local individuals, aged 15-19, are working with the cinema to create an immersive, black-tie experience complete with film-themed ales, mocktails, and special introductions.

Wellington Orbit will delve into rural dystopia in film history with a “zombie crazy” focus, screening films such as Pride and Prejudice (2005), Pride and Prejudice with Zombies (2016), and Danny Boyle’s new film 28 Years Later.

Accessible by rail and set in picturesque market towns, The Rural Remix offers a taste of authentic rural culture designed to attract both locals and visitors from across the region and beyond.

Further information about Shropshire Independent Cinema and The Rural Remix is available at filmhubmidlands.org/sic.