“What a shame, my favourite cinema”

Film lovers have reacted as a cinema based in Sheffield city centre announced it is to close in less than a week’s time.

Curzon Sheffield will open for the final time on Monday, June 29, 2026, with a fall in admissions cited as the reason for the closure of the Sheffield branch.

placeholder image — Curzon Sheffield will open for the final time on Monday | Iconic Media Group

Posting on social media, a spokesperson for Curzon Sheffield said: “We are deeply saddened to inform you that we will be permanently closing Curzon Sheffield on 29 June 2026.

“The admissions have fallen below the level required to remain profitable, and therefore the company has made the difficult decision to close the cinema.

“On behalf of the entire Curzon Sheffield team, we’d like to thank our employees past and present for their dedicated service.

“Above all, we’re so grateful to you, our visitors, for all your support over the years. You made Curzon Sheffield such a vibrant, welcoming community.

“It has been a privilege to share great cinema with you.”

Responding to the announcement, a number have people said they would be said to see Curzon Sheffield, based on George Street, Sheffield city centre, close.

“What a shame, my favourite cinema,” Jennie Wilson said on Facebook.

Diane Marshall added: “So sad to hear this. Such a lovely place to watch a film.”

“Best cinema in Sheffield,” said Liam Priestley.

Curzon is a cinema chain with 16 different venues across the United Kingdom, including the Sheffield branch.

The Sheffield Curzon opened in January 2015.

In addition to being known for showcasing independent films, it has also cultivated a community of cinema and theatre lovers through its membership scheme and showings of National Theatre Live productions, respectively.