Halloween Cinema at Pollokshaws Burgh Hall: Ghosts, Witches & the Wurlitzer!
This Halloween, step into the flickering glow of the silver screen and immerse yourself in an evening of spine-tingling cinema, local legend, and live Wurlitzer magic. On Friday, October 31st at 7:30pm, Pollokshaws Burgh Hall opens its doors for a one-night-only Halloween Cinema event — featuring cult horror classics Ghostwatch and The Blair Witch Project, and a live Wurlitzer organ performance that will bring every scream and shadow to life.
Whether you’re a lifelong horror fan or just love the thrill of a good fright night, this is one Halloween experience you won’t want to miss.
The Films That Haunt the Screen
Ghostwatch (1992)
The BBC’s infamous mockumentary that terrified a nation — Ghostwatch blurs the line between fiction and reality in a way no film has done since. Presented as a live broadcast from a haunted London home, it’s a chilling time capsule of 90s TV gone horrifically wrong. Thirty years on, its scares are still as sharp, its atmosphere as eerie, and its legacy as legendary.
The Blair Witch Project (1999)
Then, we journey deep into the dark woods of Burkittsville with The Blair Witch Project — the groundbreaking found-footage horror that changed cinema forever. Its raw realism, shaky handheld shots, and unseen terror make it the perfect companion piece to Ghostwatch. Both films ask the same unsettling question: what happens when the screen becomes too real?
Exclusive Recorded Introduction by Stephen Volk
As a truly special treat, the evening will open with a specially recorded introduction by Stephen Volk, the writer and creator of Ghostwatch himself. In this exclusive segment, Stephen reflects on the making of the infamous broadcast, its unexpected cultural shockwave, and the enduring power of suggestion in horror storytelling.
It’s a rare opportunity to hear directly from the mind behind one of Britain’s most controversial and unforgettable television events — and the perfect way to set the tone for a night where fiction and fear intertwine.
Witches of Pollokshaws – The Dark History Beneath Our Feet
Between screenings, we’ll explore the real witchcraft history of Pollokshaws, where whispers of ancient trials and ghostly sightings linger in the city’s folklore. Local historians will share tales of witch hunts, superstition, and the women accused of practicing the dark arts centuries ago — a haunting reminder that sometimes the most chilling stories are the true ones.
The Wurlitzer Awakens
What’s a night of classic horror without a touch of theatrical flair? The live Wurlitzer performance will fill the hall with eerie melodies and thunderous crescendos, perfectly timed to run a chill up your spine. This isn’t just cinema — it’s an experience for the senses: the hum of the pipes, the flicker of the film, the collective gasp of the audience as the shadows deepen. So, gather your bravest friends, wrap yourself in something spooky, and prepare for an unforgettable night of film, folklore, and fear.
Event Details
📅 Date: Friday, October 31st
🕢 Time: 7:30pm (doors open 7:15pm)
📍 Venue: Pollokshaws Burgh Hall, 2025 Pollokshaws Road, Glasgow, G43 1NE
🔞 Age restriction: 18+ only
🎬 Films: Ghostwatch (1992) & The Blair Witch Project (1999)
🎹 Featuring: Live Wurlitzer performance
☕ Refreshments available throughout the evening
Tickets
Tickets are limited so reserve your seat now at https://buytickets.at/pollokshawsburghhalltrust/1879189
Don’t look away. Don’t go alone.
This Halloween, the ghosts of Pollokshaws are waiting…
