cinema

Big Screen Movies tops the list of most anticipated experiences post-lockdown

43% of Brits are Most Excited About the Return to Cinemas

At the start of 2020, a YouGov survey showed 40% of Brits preferred streaming movies at home rather than going to the cinema. But one year on, most of us have totally exhausted our Netflix, Prime and Disney+ catalogues, with 2 in 3 people admitting that cinema is an experience that simply can’t be created at home.

Now, the authentic cinema experience has shot to the top of everyone’s...

A grant has been gifted to restore the Grade II* Paignton Picture House in Torbay

Historic England grant will repair Agatha Christie’s favourite cinema

Historic England has awarded a grant of £206,680 towards the restoration of the Grade II* Paignton Picture House in Torbay.

The grant will cover the full cost of essential repairs to the cinema’s front face. This includes the repair of the intricate stone work and unique stained glass windows.

The Picture House is a purpose-built cinema which officially opened in 1912....