The Coronet, Movie theater in Elephant and Castle, England.
The Coronet was a venue in Elephant and Castle designed in the Art Deco style with multiple levels accommodating large crowds. The complex combined movie screens with concert space under one roof, serving different entertainment purposes.
The building opened in 1879 as a theater and transformed into a cinema in 1928. This shift reflected changing entertainment preferences, moving away from live theater toward film as the main attraction.
The venue served as a gathering place where people came together to hear live music and watch films. Artists from different genres performed there, drawing crowds from across the city to this shared entertainment space.
The venue sat on New Kent Road with convenient access to local transportation. The building no longer operates but remains visible as an architectural landmark in the neighborhood.
During World War II, the building provided shelter for neighbors during air raids. It survived the bombing and served as a refuge for the local community.
Location: London Borough of Southwark
Address: 28 New Kent Road, London, Southwark, SE1 6TJ, England
Website: http://coronettheatre.co.uk
GPS coordinates: 51.49480,-0.09890
Latest update: December 9, 2025 18:41
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