Picturehouse Central

Picturehouse Central is the flagship West End venue of the Picturehouse cinema group, a chain of independent-minded cinemas known for combining quality arthouse and mainstream programming with stylish bar and cafe spaces. Located on the corner of Great Windmill Street and Shaftesbury Avenue near Piccadilly Circus, this modern venue features multiple screens, a members' bar and lounge, and a rooftop terrace. It regularly hosts previews, premieres, Q&A events, and filmmaker talks.

Picturehouse cinemas offer a membership scheme that provides discounts and priority booking across the chain. The programme at Picturehouse Central blends independent, foreign-language, and documentary films with selected mainstream releases, alongside special seasons and events. Its Central London location makes it a hub for the capital's film community.