Image Credit: Amelia Read• 19th Berwick Film & Media Arts Festival • 2024

We want everyone to feel welcome at the Festival.

If cost is a barrier, we offer a limited number of free or reduced tickets. Whether you’re on a low income, part of a local group, or connected to our year-round programme, there may be a pass or discount available for you.

If you fall into one of the categories below — or you’re unsure and want to ask — please don’t hesitate to get in touch at info@bfmaf.org. All enquiries are handled with care and in confidence.

Low or No Income

If you’re facing financial difficulties and cannot afford to purchase a Pass, email us and we’ll do our best to provide a free Festival Pass or Day Pass.

Community Groups

If you’re part of a local organisation working in the arts, culture, or third sector in Northumberland, we may be able to offer:

• A free Festival Pass or Day Pass
• Discount codes for select screenings

We can connect you with our Public Programmer, Dawn Bothwell, who will be happy to share more details. Just email info@bfmaf.org.

After School Club Families

If your child or dependent has taken part in one of our BFMAF After School Clubs this year, we can offer:

• A free Festival Pass or Day Pass
• Discount codes for select screenings

Please email info@bfmaf.org for more information.

30 & Under

Festival Passes are available for just £30 if you are aged 30 or under at the time of purchase.

Visit the linked pages to find out more and book:

• Festival Pass – 30 & Under

d/Deaf Audiences – Reserved Seating

We’ve reserved front row seats with clear sightlines for BSL interpretation and subtitles during Eri Makihara’s programmes on Friday 28 March 2025.

To attend:

• Purchase a Subsidised Friday Day Pass (£20)
• Or a Festival Pass or Accreditation for full access

If cost is a barrier, email us for a complimentary Pass.

Once you have your Pass, please email info@bfmaf.org with the screenings you’d like to attend and we’ll reserve your seats.