To sneak snacks into the cinema

[rackhampearl]

I haven't been on MN in ages so don't know if this has been done recently. Just wondering if you think it's ok to take your own snacks to the cinema? I've never done it before but we are moving house next week so things are a little tight but I promised the girls a cinema trip during half term. Could do without the £10 for a popcorn and fruitshoot. They don't drink juice anyway so was thinking of taking their water bottles and stopping by the shop for a £1 bag of popcorn and some chocolate buttons, AIBU?

[trac2007]

I remember they used to check bags years ago to stop people taking in their own snacks! I was at the cinema Tuesday (hello Mr Grey 😍) and I took my own snacks with me...went tesco before for 3 for £1 on jelly sweets. My friend paid about £8 for her pick n mix and drink from the cinema counter 😳

[MissionItsPossible]

I always bring my own snacks in. I'm surprised more cinemas haven't closed down due to this as they make their money from snacks and food. They earn pittance on the tickets and the majority goes to the studio. I think after the third week it's the cinema that gets the majority of the profit but of course, most cinema goers don't go to see a three-week old film.