The scene is the Washington Fairworld and Bill is pictured in front of the screen with civic dignitaries on launch day. Remember this? Bill tells us that the opening attractions were Superman on screen 1 and Coma on Screen 2.The scene is the Washington Fairworld and Bill is pictured in front of the screen with civic dignitaries on launch day. Remember this? Bill tells us that the opening attractions were Superman on screen 1 and Coma on Screen 2.
The scene is the Washington Fairworld and Bill is pictured in front of the screen with civic dignitaries on launch day. Remember this? Bill tells us that the opening attractions were Superman on screen 1 and Coma on Screen 2.

Remember the grand old days of cinema in Wearside and County Durham? Here's 9 reminders for you to enjoy

It’s big screen movie time with our reminder of cinemas from Wearside and County Durham in years gone by.
By Chris Cordner
Published 16th Oct 2019, 16:45 BST
Updated 16th Oct 2019, 16:45 BST

Here is our reminder of the the Fairworld Twins at Washington, the Havelock at Mackie’s Corner and WMR in Horden. Former cinema owner Bill Mather has shared memories - and photos - from his time in the business.

The audience was impressive for Bill's opening occasion in 1979.

1. A big audience for opening night

The audience was impressive for Bill's opening occasion in 1979. Photo: Bill Mather

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Bill and the civic dignitaries head to their seats.

2. Ready for the show

Bill and the civic dignitaries head to their seats. Photo: Bill Mather

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The WMR film centre in Horden is pictured in 2000. Remember this?

3. The cinema at Horden

The WMR film centre in Horden is pictured in 2000. Remember this? Photo: SE

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Another 2000 view from Horden. Did you love to pay a visit?

4. Horden in 2000

Another 2000 view from Horden. Did you love to pay a visit? Photo: Bill Mather

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