Tag Archives: High Street (North)

High Street No. 242, Picture House Cinema – Heritage Buildings

Posted on 13 October 2019 by campaignr

Opened on the 21st December 1936, it is one of Odeon’s original “Oscar Deutsch Odeon” cinemas, in Art Deco style, by George Coles. It seated 1,492 in the main auditorium; with 1,018 in the stalls and 474 in the circle. … Continue reading →

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Archive: Picture House Opening Date Is Announced

Posted on 30 May 2019 by campaignr

Just in case our readers haven’t already heard, the cinema on the High Street, that has just been converted to a Picture House, has an opening date, Friday 7th June! When visiting our new venue, don’t forget to look for … Continue reading →

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Archive: Press Release: Bromley High Street could qualify for a share of £44 million

Posted on 22 May 2019 by campaignr

[UPDATE] Though the application was prepared by the civic society, the council never engaged so Bromley did not attain any of this money. In recognition that HERITAGE IS A TRADING ASSET the government has put forward £44 million for High … Continue reading →

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High Street No. 208-214 former Tunnel Shoes – Heritage Buildings

Posted on 4 April 2019 by campaignr

The former Tunnel Shoes occupy the original 1902 premises of Boots the Chemists. The Art Nouveau wrought iron work in front of the first floor windows is typical of boots in this period and similar work can also be seen … Continue reading →

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Walters Yard – Heritage

Posted on 13 January 2019 by campaignr

Until the end of the 18th century the east side of the High Street from The Bell Inn northwards, including part of the side of the college, comprised land called Grete House. This was a large private estate now covered … Continue reading →

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198 High Street formally Pamphilons – Heritage Building Profile

Posted on 13 January 2019 by campaignr

Nos. 196-198 High Street was a dwelling house which became used as a wine merchant towards the end of the 18th century. George Pamphilon became the owner in 1865 and in 1876 he rebuilt the premises. The timber shopfront reflects … Continue reading →

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194 High Street, the Partridge – Heritage Building Profile

Posted on 13 January 2019 by campaignr

The Partridge Public House stands at the junction of Church Road and was originally built for the National Provincial Bank in 1927 by architects Gunton & Gunton. It became a Public House in 1995. This building is a superb example … Continue reading →

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High Street No. 227: The Star And Garter – Heritage building profile

Posted on 31 December 2018 by campaignr

One of the best Arts and Crafts buildings around, with extravagant turret, balcony and decoration. The Star & Garter Inn was constructed in 1898 and replaced an ancient inn of the same name.  It was designed by Berney and Sons … Continue reading →

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