Small Heath Picture House collapse

[Vivienne14]

This happened just before completion in 1913. Was it ever built ? Viv

 

[Astoness]

viv i dont think there is one there now although dont know if it was ever re built and demolished...very lucky that no one was injured


lyn

 

[Lumpammer]

Yes, it is still there, not a cinema though. Check out this site

Green Lane Picture House in Birmingham, GB - Cinema Treasures

Located in the east Birmingham district of Small Heath. The Green Lane Picture House was opened on 2nd February 1914. Just prior to the opening, ...

cinematreasures.org

 

[Phil]

Viv & Lyn

It was definitely rebuilt, though how long it lasted as a cinema I can't say because I only remember it as John Blundels warehouse that all the tally men used. As far as I am aware the building is still standing today.

 

[Astoness]

phil street view is playing up for me so i cant see if its still there on the corner of victoria st and green lane

 

[Phil]

Lyn

Its still standing according to street view, and it looks like its up for sale.

 

[Astoness]

thanks phil

 

[JohnWish]

In the 50's the Green Lane Cinema was also known as the Sit and Scratch. I used to go to its Saturday childrens shows. Some very good (to me then) serials. Otherwise it seemed to specialise in H-certificate films.