08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
UK cinema chain announces it's closing major location in coming days
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Odeon has confirmed that its Bracknell cinema location will close its doors for the last time at the end of May.
Odeon released a statement to confirm the news, saying: 'Following talks with our landlord, we have come to a mutual agreement to close our Bracknell cinema at the end of May this year.
"Supporting our local cinema team is our number one priority and we will be looking to secure jobs for as many of them as possible at our other cinema locations.
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"We would like to thank our guests for all their support over the years.'
Cinema lovers shared their dismay over the news on social media, with one writing: "Such a shame. I always chose this cinema over the others because it was affordable and very nostalgic. I'm not surprised it's going, though.
"The escalators have been out of use for such a long time, and it never seemed all that busy. Thanks for the memories, Odeon Bracknell!"
Another added: "Terrible news. £5 cinema tickets for every film if you create an account, made cinema affordable and accessible to more families. Now, more than double the price with alternatives."
Odeon isn't alone in closing locations in 2025, as Cineworld previously announced it is shutting the doors of several locations this year.
Back in December, it confirmed that the Weymouth branch was set to close on 30th December.
The chain also confirmed five other axed locations:
Castleford
Leigh
Middlesbrough
Northampton
Poole
Javier Sotomayor, president of Cineworld International, said: "The successful completion of our restructuring plan, achieved with the crucial support of our landlords, protects thousands of jobs across the UK and provides us with the financial stability to continue investing in delivering extraordinary experiences for our valued customers.
"This milestone sets the stage for a brighter future, enabling Cineworld to continue sharing joy in communities across the UK for many years to come."
Cineworld said it plans to invest around £35m across its locations, particularly in refurbishing existing cinemas after it improved its financial position by also securing additional funds, including £40m in liquidity.
