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Rialto Cinema, Benwell (1937-1964)


The Rialto Cinema on Armstrong Road in Benwell opened on 10th May 1937. It was opened by the Hinge circuit and had 1,026 seats. The cinema closed on 25th June 1961, after which the building was used as a bingo hall. The building was demolished in July 1964 and the site is now used for the health centre.

Armstrong Road, Benwell / Scotswood Demolished Films and Cinema
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065657:Rialto cinema Armstrong Road Benwell Unknown 1962

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068667:Rialto cinema Armstrong Road Benwell Unknown 1963

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Tyne and Wear HER(12876): Benwell, Armstrong Road, Rialto Cinema
- "Opened 10 May 1937. It was opened by the Hinge circuit and was similar in design to their Ritz Cinema in Forest Hall. The architects were Percy L. Browne, Son …

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Rialto Cinema Armstrong Road, Benwell, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE4
- "Located in the west Newcastle district of Benwell. The Rialto Cinema was opened on 19th May 1937 with Shirley Temple in “Dimples”. It was built for and operated by the …

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