Another independent Cinema closes - Britmovie

Freddy · 05-09-2006, 06:46 PM

In Liverpool which in 2008 becomes the city of culture, The Woolton Cinema has finally closed its doors. First started in the 1920s it has never become a multiplex and was a great local family outing. Sadly the death of the owner meant it had to look for a new buyer but none has been forthcoming.

The web site and more photos can be found here

www.wooltoncinema.co.uk - Home

To quote the web site
'Realistically there are more than likely twice as many property developers showing an interest for every one cinema operator'

I have counted more than 27 cranes just on the riverfront. In the city of culture to be, the money men are building apartments and shopping malls. I came, I saw, I did some shopping. Bugger all to do with anything else.

Freddy

Steve Crook · 05-09-2006, 08:52 PM

It's always a shame when old cinemas have to close.

But haven't the people of Liverpool realised that when they were awarded the city of culture, the awarding comittee were just taking the piss?

It worked well when they awarded it to Glasgow a few years ago. We haven't laughed so much for ages.

Steve

JamesM · 05-09-2006, 08:58 PM

Have you visited Liverpool Steve?

Steve Crook · 05-09-2006, 09:14 PM

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Originally Posted by JamesM

Have you visited Liverpool Steve?

Not since I made that comment :rolleyes:

Steve

Freddy · 05-09-2006, 09:52 PM

You should go Steve, you would be pleasantly surprised, wait until it's not a building site. There was plenty of culture there before the award and there will just as much , if not more, after.

Freddy

Steve Crook · 05-09-2006, 11:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Freddy

You should go Steve, you would be pleasantly surprised, wait until it's not a building site. There was plenty of culture there before the award and there will just as much , if not more, after.

Freddy

I have been many times in the past. Just not since I made that comment about them. But as that was only a few hours ago, it's not surprising that I haven't been since then. :rolleyes:

Steve

JamesM · 06-09-2006, 03:31 AM

Well go to Doncaster first Steve, then go to Liverpool. I think you will find it an improvement.

Steve Crook · 06-09-2006, 03:55 AM

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Originally Posted by JamesM

Well go to Doncaster first Steve, then go to Liverpool. I think you will find it an improvement.

Yes, Liverpool might be an improvement over Doncaster

This can go on for some time. How many other towns can I be rude about?
I'm sure Slough should be in the list somewhere soon - the Slough of Despond

I've been to Warrington & Swindon recently as well. Neither of them are very inspiring or exciting.

Steve

05-09-2006, 06:46 PM	#1
Freddy has no status. Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: The Irish Sea Posts: 1,172 Country: iTrader: (1)	Another independent Cinema closes In Liverpool which in 2008 becomes the city of culture, The Woolton Cinema has finally closed its doors. First started in the 1920s it has never become a multiplex and was a great local family outing. Sadly the death of the owner meant it had to look for a new buyer but none has been forthcoming. The web site and more photos can be found here www.wooltoncinema.co.uk - Home To quote the web site 'Realistically there are more than likely twice as many property developers showing an interest for every one cinema operator' I have counted more than 27 cranes just on the riverfront. In the city of culture to be, the money men are building apartments and shopping malls. I came, I saw, I did some shopping. Bugger all to do with anything else. Freddy

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05-09-2006, 08:52 PM	#2
Steve Crook is still cheeky Moderator Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: London Posts: 9,706 My Mood: Country: iTrader: (1)	It's always a shame when old cinemas have to close. But haven't the people of Liverpool realised that when they were awarded the city of culture, the awarding comittee were just taking the piss? It worked well when they awarded it to Glasgow a few years ago. We haven't laughed so much for ages. Steve

05-09-2006, 08:58 PM	#3
JamesM has no status. Moderator Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: London Posts: 1,413 Country: iTrader: (0)	Have you visited Liverpool Steve?

05-09-2006, 09:52 PM	#5
Freddy has no status. Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: The Irish Sea Posts: 1,172 Country: iTrader: (1)	You should go Steve, you would be pleasantly surprised, wait until it's not a building site. There was plenty of culture there before the award and there will just as much , if not more, after. Freddy

06-09-2006, 03:31 AM	#7
JamesM has no status. Moderator Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: London Posts: 1,413 Country: iTrader: (0)	Well go to Doncaster first Steve, then go to Liverpool. I think you will find it an improvement.