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Charity Buys Historic Sunninghill Theatre
9 Sep
Summary
- A century-old theatre, formerly owned by the council, is slated for major refurbishment.
- The theatre, once earmarked for demolition, was bought by a charity last year.
- New plans submitted will see the venue, now named The Picture House Theatre, renovated.
A historic theatre, dating back to the 1920s, is poised for a significant renovation. The Novello Theatre, located on Sunninghill High Street, was under the ownership of the Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead from 1966 until last year. Facing prohibitive refurbishment costs estimated at £1 million, the council had initially earmarked the venue for potential demolition in its 2024/25 budget.
However, the theatre was acquired by the Sunninghill Trust last year. Now operating under the name The Picture House Theatre, the trust has formally submitted its refurbishment plans for the much-loved venue. Concurrently, another local trust is pursuing renovations for an adjacent hall, indicating a broader effort to revitalize the area's cultural spaces.
