Castle Cinema

Castle Cinema is a 1913 movie theater located beside Swansea Castle with original architectural features and a distinctive facade. The Grade II listed building remains a landmark structure on Castle Street with period details visible from the street.

The building opened in 1913 and was one of few structures to survive the German bombing raids of World War II on Castle Street. Its survival from that era made it a rare remnant of the district's pre-war architecture.

The cinema was a regular gathering place where residents came to experience films spanning from early silents to modern releases. It served as a social hub for the local community seeking entertainment and leisure in the heart of the district.

The building is easy to access from Castle Street and can be explored on foot from the surrounding area. Visitors can view the exterior architecture and original details from street level without needing special arrangements.

The building went through unexpected transformations including a stint showing adult films in the 1970s and later serving as a laser tag venue called Laserzone. This shifting history reflects how entertainment trends and audience demands changed over the decades.

Location: Swansea

Location: Castle

Elevation above the sea: 15.9 m

Address: Castle Building, 1 Worcester Place, Swansea, SA1 1AQ, Wales

GPS coordinates: 51.62080,-3.94139

Latest update: December 13, 2025 11:40