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The cinema chain has confirmed that Middlesbrough Cineworld's last day of trading will be January 19, 2025. It comes after the company announced plans to close the venue earlier on Tuesday. Five Cineworld sites were closed in July, with six more locations, including the Middlesbrough venue, set to close in the coming months.
The other sites include Castleford, Leigh, Northampton, Poole, and Weymouth. Cineworld in Middlesbrough, which has been operating for 23 years, is located on Marton Road. Most read Get the most out of your local news with The Northern Echo Subscribe now and enjoy access for the whole of 2025 for only £25 or enjoy your first six months for £6.
Don’t miss out on our biggest sale of the year. The cinema chain delisted from the London Stock Exchange last August after its share price collapsed. Javier Sotomayor, president of Cineworld International, said: "The successful completion of our restructuring plan, achieved with the crucial support of our landlords, protects thousands of jobs across the UK and provides us with the financial stability to continue investing in delivering extraordinary experiences for our valued customers.
" "This milestone sets the stage for a brighter future, enabling Cineworld to continue sharing joy in communities across the UK for many years to come.".
