The weekend was spent with my daughter in Newcastle ...
and I had another chance to visit the lovely Tyneside Cinema.
which is located in Pilgrim Street.... a two minute walk from the Monument stop on the Metro.
This cinema was opened as an art deco picture palace in1937 to show newsreels to the public.
Today, signs of its heritage are on display in glass cases with a collection of old film cameras taking pride of place.
We booked tickets for the evening and then had lunch in the Coffee Rooms which have been a favourite place to eat in Newcastle for over 70 years.
My green tea infusion came in an amazing contraption ... I've never seen one like this anywhere else.
The cinema has been lovingly restored, and the Art Deco details are stunning.
Later that evening we returned to see the wonderful 'King's Speech' in the cosy Classic room ... all comfy red velvet seats and a frilly red curtain that goes up and down like they used to in the olden days.
And best of all?
The cinema is licensed so we enjoyed a glass of wine, while Colin Firth excelled in his performance as King George VI ... how very civilised!
What a beautiful cinema. Lucky you for managin g to see the film. We hoped to go at the weekend, but the cinemas were all fully booked. Ros
ReplyDeletewell this post has been a revelation to me - and I work just outside the city centre and didn't know about the coffee rooms! I'll be popping up I think in search of a nice Earl Grey and a scone I think!
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BH x
Just the right era of cinema to match that of the film - looks absolutely wonderful and so civilised. No loud music and smelly pop corn I expect; glad you enjoyed the film:)
ReplyDeleteI'm really looking forward to seeing this film, I hope you enjoyed it. The cinema looks wonderful, just the place to watch a film such as this.
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Now thats what a trip to the cinema is all about! My post tomorrow features an old cinema, but sadly not in the same condition as this.
ReplyDeleteSounds like a good weekend and the film was great.
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful place to watch a movie!
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Lisa x
What a great cinema. So pleased that you enjoyed the film. Mr JK and I are hoping to see it next weekend.
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful building, and what a treat for you to be able to visit there. I haven't seen the movie yet, but it is on my list :)
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