London cinemas then and now – Old cinema pictures

It’s an uncertain time for London’s cinemas – for every stunning refurb or new indie treasure, another characterful picture palace is threatened with closure. Of those that don’t get bulldozed, others change hands, become bingo halls or – every so often – heroically hold on to their heritage. The images below show just a handful of our favourite cinemas in a variety of different guises.

Source: London cinemas then and now – Old cinema pictures