A historic cinema building has failed to be listed, cementing its fate of partial demolition. Despite a campaign by heritage bodies and borough residents, Ashford’s former Mecca Bingo Hall has failed to meet Historic England’s criteria to be listed.
The future of the High Street building, originally occupied by Odeon, was put in doubt when Ashford Borough Council revealed an ambitious town centre regeneration plan in February.
The Odeon Square proposal would see the historic structure partially demolished and replaced with an outdoor screen, food and retail units and 61 homes.
Source: Mecca Bingo Hall on Ashford High Street will not be listed