Opening date announced for 'top tier' cinema

A four-screen cinema in Gainsborough is set to open on 18 July, officials have said.

Construction work for the Savoy Cinema, two retail units and a restaurant in Market Place began in March last year.

West Lindsey District Council (WLDC) said the £9m project is nearing completion, with final tarmac resurfacing set to begin on Monday.

The authority warned of potential disruption to the nearby taxi ranks during this phase which was set to last for four days.

The pedestrian access next to Lidl has now reopened as "essential electrical connection works" have now finished, the council added.

Council leader Trevor Young said: "The new cinema will not only provide a top-tier entertainment destination for residents and visitors alike but also strengthen the town centre by increasing footfall and supporting local businesses."

The development will have additional parking and a new walking link between Marshall's Yard and the Market Place.

The scheme is being funded by WLDC, the Greater Lincolnshire Local Enterprise Partnership (GLLEP), the government's levelling up fund and Savoy Cinemas.

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