BVIFF 2026 - This is England Screening and In Conversation

What to Expect

To mark its 5th anniversary and the 20th anniversary of the film, the Boyne Valley International Film Festival presents a gala screening of Shane Meadows’ landmark British film “This is England” (2006), followed by an exclusive In Conversation with Meadows and actress Helen Behan, who starred in the This is England TV sequels and The Virtues. The film won Outstanding British Film at the BAFTAs. This event has already sold out; a waitlist may be available at the booking link.

The festival runs across multiple days around this event and includes the renamed Shane Meadows Short Film Bursary, a masterclass, and panel discussions (dates TBC). BVIFF is produced by Droichead Arts Centre in partnership with Love Drogheda BIDS.

Good to Know

• Date and time: Saturday 8 August 2026 at 8:00pm

• Venue: Droichead Arts Centre, Stockwell Street, Drogheda

• THIS EVENT HAS SOLD OUT - check booking link for returns

• Helen Behan and Shane Meadows will be in attendance throughout the festival

Getting There

Droichead Arts Centre is in central Drogheda, a short walk from the bus and rail stations.