The "Avion" super Cinema De-Lux in Aldridge

The "Avion" super Cinema De-Lux in Aldridge, was opened by George Formby, in 1938, designed by Architect Roland Satchwell. It seated 1000 people, with tickets priced at 6d. to 1s. 6d, and had shows running Continuous from 2 p.m. daily. It also presented occasional variety performances on the stage measuring 30ft. x 15ft with just two dressing-rooms. It's original telephone number was Aldridge 52312. It closed in 1967 and has been well known as a Bingo hall since. Some of the original art-deco features are still visible, such as the large stained glass windows above the canopy front entrance.

It also shares something in common with Aldridge police station, when the Council added both to the historic buildings list in October 2006.
Walsall Council heritage experts included them on the special local list, giving permanent protection to interesting, local historic and architecturally valued buildings.


Walsall Council officers are keen to add the buildings to the list which fall outside of designated conservation areas, giving them a degree of protection when planning applications are made for work on the properties.