Odeon Hornchurch
31 High Street,
Hornchurch,
RM11 1TP
31 High Street,
Hornchurch,
RM11 1TP
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Once the Lidl supermarket had been built, ‘TOWERS’ signage was put on display at street level. Unfortunately, there is no (obvious) information board, so people who are unaware of the cinema that once stood on this site can, presumably, be rather mystified to see it. It is also unclear whether this is the original signage (which remained in situ, behind the re-branded ODEON lettering) or a recreation. Still, for those ‘in the know’, it is a nice reminder of the site’s former heritage. See photos uploaded.
By late March 2017 demolition was well underway. I’ve posted four photographs, taken on 27th March by David Weedon.
A report in local press and from the CTA, demolition equipment has moved onto the site. They say that they are checking to see if the steel work is rotten. A case of deja a view with the Derby Hippodrome.
Article about the pending demolition and an effort to save it.
http://www.standard.co.uk/news/mayor/one-of-londons-last-art-deco-cinemas-to-be-bulldozed-and-turned-into-supermarket-a3331996.html
Recently announced – Mecca has sold this venue to Lidl.
Back in 1949-52, while living in Hornchurch, my Saturday mornings were always at the matinee. Upstairs, to avoid the litter from above; a cartoon, newsreel, an episode of Dick Barton, and a main feature. Then I’d walk to the bakery and buy a round loaf, which I demolished on my way home. I recall it was 6d for down and 9d for the balcony. Those were the days! Pete