Welcome to Paignton Picture House
Paignton Picture House is one of the most remarkable buildings in Torbay and one of the most important historic cinemas in the UK.
Paignton Picture House closed its doors in 1999 and sat vacant without an identified role within our community. A grade II* listed building recognised for its historic and architectural significance, it was added to Historic England’s Heritage at Risk Register and highlighted as one of the top 10 priority sites in the south west.
In 2013 a group of dedicated local people with a passion for historic buildings and the power of these assets to deliver regeneration came together to set up a Buildings Preservation Trust. This is where the current story begins. The Trust’s vision is to create a community and cultural hub for Torbay, a place for entertainment, enjoyment and learning.
“We have great confidence that our £40,000 investment will bring about financial benefits to the local economy far in excess of that figure once the Trust’s plans come to fruition.”