Secret Cinema Applies for Licence for First Permanent Venue in Greenwich
Secret Cinema has submitted a request for a premises licence for its inaugural long-term location on the Greenwich Peninsula in southeast London. The proposal to Greenwich Council aims to gain authorization for alcohol sales until 23:30 BST on weekdays and until midnight on weekends, with a verdict expected on 11 August. Two local residents have raised objections, citing concerns about noise. The venue, which can accommodate 1,500 seats, received planning approval last month and is planned to operate temporarily for 10 years before the area is developed into residential towers, as outlined in the Greenwich Peninsula Masterplan. Established in 2007, Secret Cinema merges film screenings with live performances. The new site will be adjacent to the Troubadour Theatre, which is also being built.
Key facts
- Secret Cinema applied for a premises licence for its first long-term venue on the Greenwich Peninsula.
- The licence would allow operation and alcohol sales until 23:30 BST on weekdays and midnight on weekends.
- Greenwich Council will decide on the application on 11 August.
- Two local residents objected, citing concerns about noise and disturbance.
- Planning permission for the 1,500-seat venue was granted last month.
- The development is temporary for 10 years, after which the land will be used for residential towers.
- Secret Cinema's current production is 'Grease The Immersive Movie Musical' at Battersea Park.
- The new venue will be next to the Troubadour Theatre, which will be London's largest theatre with 3,000 seats.
Entities
Institutions
- Secret Cinema
- Greenwich Council
- Troubadour Theatre
- Local Democracy Reporting Service
Locations
- Greenwich Peninsula
- London
- United Kingdom
- Battersea Park
- Wembley
- Canning Town