Showcase Cinema de Lux Peterborough

You know that feeling when you turn up early for a film and actually want to grab a drink somewhere decent? This is where the Showcase on Boongate sorts you right out. The bar area feels properly thought-through rather than an afterthought – think comfortable seating, cocktails that don't taste like they've been pre-mixed in a bottle, and food that goes beyond the usual cinema fare. The weekend late hours make it a proper destination even if you're not watching anything, and the fact they open at half ten on Saturdays suggests they know their audience. It's one of those places that gets the balance right between convenience and quality, which is exactly what this part of town needed.