2025 Artwave Exhibition: Structures
As part of the 2025 Artwave festival (5 – 21 September) Depot is hosting an open exhibition of art created by the public in the Studio. The theme of this year’s open exhibition at Depot is Structures. The exhibition is in the studio and is open on weekends until 21 September.
Video Nasties
25 August – 15 September
Uncover the dark underbelly of 1980s film culture with Video Nasties, a season of movies notoriously banned in the UK during an era of moral panic over the rise of unrated VHS tapes.
Morning Salons
Thursday 11 September & Thursday 9 October
A relaxed, inspiring space for mums, dads, grandparents and caregivers to enjoy a bit of culture and connection—without needing a babysitter.
Women Over 50 Film Festival 2025
Saturday 13 September
Women Over 50 Film Festival (WOFFF) champions and showcases the work of older women on screen and behind the camera with an annual short film festival and year-round events and film screenings, and we’re delighted to be hosting their 2025 festival right here at Depot.
This is the 11th edition of the festival and it promises to be a joyful day for anyone – all ages and genders welcome – who loves to watch fascinating and surprising films
BeerFest 2025
Saturday 20 September from 12:00
From 12pm on Saturday 20 September, we’ll be inviting four of our favourite local breweries to take over our garden and terrace: Beak, Abyss, UnBarred and Hand Brew Co, who’ll all be bringing a selection of their biggest, boldest and best beers.
The Sound Of Music 60th Anniversary
Saturday 20 & Tuesday 23 September
Experience the breathtaking theatrical presentation of Rodgers & Hammerstein’s™ iconic musical film “The Sound of Music.” Meticulously restored and remastered in 4K for its 60th anniversary, the beloved classic is more brilliant than ever with pristine picture and sound.
Board Game Night
25 September
These monthly meet-ups in the Depot Studio will provide a welcoming space for adults of all experience levels to connect, compete, and unwind over some great games.
More of Everything
Thursday 25 September
Co-curated by Fourth Door
A documentary that lifts the lid on the Swedish Forestry Model, an approach that has been described as trying to get ‘more of everything’, and its impact on the country’s forest’s health and biodiversity.
Irvine Welsh: Reality Is Not Enough
Sunday 28 September
Q&A screening with director Paul Sng
A dynamic portrait of Scottish writer Irvine Welsh explores his creative journey through DJing, drug experiences, and literary work, offering intimate insights into the controversial author.
Radiohead X Nosferatu: A Symphony of Horror
Thursday 2 October
This special presentation of Nosferatu: A Symphony of Horror (1922) pairs the original silent film with Radiohead’s “KID A (2000) / Amnesiac (2001) as its score, courtesy of Silents Synced.
The Curse of Frankenstein - 4K Restoration
Wednesday 8 October
Directed by Terence Fisher and starring the legendary duo of Peter Cushing as Baron Frankenstein and Christopher Lee as the Creature, performing together for the very first time. Experience Hammer’s first colour horror, which redefined the genre and established Hammer’s signature gothic style that would change the face of horror filmmaking forever. This film has been meticulously restored in 4K from the original film elements, in collaboration with The Warner Archive Collection.
The Ouse Dragon
Sunday 2 November
Step into the unknown as Mark Chadwick (Levellers) takes the stage for a unique multi-arts experience exploring the darker corners of Lewes. Mark will debut two unreleased songs, delving into the shadowy undercurrents of the town.
Homegrown
Join us at Depot once a month for the latest in British Independent Cinema. We will be handpicking films that show the diversity and skill present across the industry – and inviting the filmmakers and actors themselves to join us and provide first hand personal insight into the process of making a film.
Cinelogue
Depot’s strand dedicated to screening arthouse, independent and cult films while engaging in discussion on issues surrounding film and cinema culture.
Cinemas of the Mind
A screening with post-film discussion facilitated by Dr Jake Harvey, a forensic psychiatrist, and Jenny Leeburn, a psychoanalytic psychotherapist, focusing on the psychological aspects of the film, and the emotional impact on the viewer.
Kino Collective
A group of young people dedicated to sharing an enthusiasm and knowledge of cinema through the hosting of specially selected screenings and events for young adults.
Book to Film Club
Depot’s Book to Film Club is a relaxed and open space to talk about books and movies. With classics, horror, and sci-fi on the shelf, there’s something for everyone to get their reading glasses on for.
