Essex cinema closed after unexpected circumstances

Summarised from 3 outlets · Updated 29 Oct, 12:43 · Archive

Century Cinema in Clacton has closed after unexpected circumstances and will offer refunds for prepaid tickets.

Century Cinema in Clacton closed from 7pm on 28 October after what it described as 'unexpected circumstances'. In its initial announcement, the cinema told customers it did not expect the disruption to last more than 24 hours and said affected guests would be contacted as soon as possible.

However, the venue confirmed on 29 October that it would remain closed for a further day. A second statement from the cinema said prepaid tickets would be refunded and that it would provide updates when information about reopening became available.

The cinema has not given further details about what prompted the closure. It has not explained the nature of the 'unexpected circumstances' or whether they relate to a technical issue, staffing matter or another cause entirely.

Customers are advised to await further updates from Century Cinema Clacton regarding when the venue expects to reopen its doors to the public.

How it is being reported

• Popular Essex cinema closed after 'unexpected circumstances'Century Cinema Clacton remains closed after unexpected circumstances, with prepaid ticket refunds promised.Colchester Gazette · 29 Oct, 11:59
• Popular Essex cinema closed after 'unexpected circumstances'Century Cinema Clacton remains closed after unexpected circumstances, with prepaid ticket refunds promised.Brentwood Guardian · 29 Oct, 11:59
• Popular Essex cinema closed after 'unexpected circumstances'Century Cinema Clacton remains closed after unexpected circumstances, with prepaid ticket refunds promised.Echo (Basildon) · 29 Oct, 11:59

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