Play it again, Sam

A trip to the Cinema.

The Regal Cinema in Fordingbridge originally opened in 1933, slap bang in the middle of Southern Railway days.

Days when everything seemed easier, everyone was happier, worked hard but stress free.

When Mice use to squeak and not click.

It closed in 1965, along with most other things it would seem.

Have a look at the website for dates and the films showing.

http://www.theregalcinema.org/

I felt honoured to be invited to the Cinema.

What i saw was a work of art.

The Cinema has been tastefully updated art deco style with pictures and advertising boards from the period. 

The Regal Cinema Fordingbridge

 The main facade looks splendid from the road with the Regal Cinema sign taking pride and place on the building.

Up to the bar

The steps up towards the bar and the entrance to the main screen.

The main Foyer

The Bar area

Oyster detail

The main Foyer and the beautifully made reception desk, welcoming the clientele to this wonderfully updated palace.












The attention to detail on the bar and it's highly polished surrounding wood work really looks amazing.
What i would describe as an oyster shell look.

Seating

The same detail has been carried over on the brass drinks holders on the seat arms with a polished wooden insert.

 The main screen below is a full 4K definition system with a quality surround sound installation. 

the main screen