A NEW cinema with comfortable sofas and table service is opening in Hereford.

The Loft Cinema is opening on December 19 in West Street.

Fiona Bain and Jon Jones are the brains behind the new venture in the space which was formerly AJ's pool and snooker venue.

Fiona said: "We were chatting about how we would like to watch films in an ideal setting.

"We thought the experience could be better - more comfortable and incorporate things like a movie break."

The couple ran AJ's before they decided to close it due to a rent increase, but have now decided to try something new.

The first film to be shown on Wednesday is Pulp Fiction.

There are 14 sofas to sit on, which works out at about 35 seats.

There will also be a bar serving alcohol and drinks can be brought to your seat.

They are also considering running screenings which include a meal during the movie break. For example, having a Sunday lunch from the nearby Stables during a Sunday screening of a classic film.

Fiona said they are hoping to show three films a day and will be able to show films which are between the big cinema release and the DVD release.

Prices include £12 for a two-seater sofa at the front up to £26 for a three seater recliner at the back.

Fiona added: "It will be a bit more of an experience."

To find out more go to @loftcinemahereford on Facebook.