What is it?
On the corner of Shaftesbury Avenue, this central London outpost from the Picturehouse cinema group is an absolute gem. Opened in the summer of 2015, Picturehouse Central sits on the site of the old Cineworld in Piccadilly's Trocadero centre. Having had a stunning revamp, it's the perfect antidote to Piccadilly Circus's rage-inducing pavements.
Inside, a hundred hanging lightbulbs lead you up a grand terracotta-tiled grand staircase, past a mural by US artists Patrick Vale and Paul Davis inspired by a century of cinema. Up a level, you'll find the box office and the bar, before the cinema's seven plush screens. Another climb up a level will take you to the gallery space and a members-only bar with a roof terrace that looks out over the busy streets of central London.
Why go?
It might be pricier than other centre-of-town multiplexes but seeing a film here really does feel like an experience: perfect for a date or solo treat.
Don't miss:
The vegan salad bar is a welcome wholesome alternative to the usual cinema snacks: or there are delicious cakes if that sounds too virtuous.
When to visit:
Monday-Saturday 10am-9.30pm; Sunday 10am-9pm.
Ticket info:
Prices vary; discounts available for members.
Time Out tip:
The seats here recline, so simply lean back for the most comfortable cinema experience in London.
