Doncaster’s new £250,000 ABC cinema, part of the Golden Acres development near the town centre, was opened on May 18, 1967placeholder image
Doncaster’s new £250,000 ABC cinema, part of the Golden Acres development near the town centre, was opened on May 18, 1967

Looking back at some of Doncaster’s long lost theatres and cinemas

By Jane Salt
Published 18th Apr 2023, 13:51 BST

This week we are looking back at some of Doncaster’s long lost theatres and cinemas.

A search of our archives brings you these fascinating pictures of cinemas and theatres from the past.

Demolition work beings on Carcroft cinema

1. Carcroft

Demolition work beings on Carcroft cinema Photo: Submitted

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The Grand Theatre, Doncaster

2. Grand

The Grand Theatre, Doncaster Photo: Submitted

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Celebrating the Coronation of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II at the Gaumont Cinema in 1953

3. Gaumont

Celebrating the Coronation of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II at the Gaumont Cinema in 1953 Photo: Sheffield Newspapers

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The Picture House and Billiard Hall in Woodlands, Doncaster

4. Woodlands

The Picture House and Billiard Hall in Woodlands, Doncaster Photo: Sheffield Newspapers

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