Author: Evie Mansell

The recent shutdown of Cineworld, one of Loughborough’s only two cinemas, underscores a major change in the town’s entertainment offerings. Located centrally among popular restaurants and shops, Cineworld’s closure has left Odeon as the only cinema for Loughborough’s residents and student population. Despite its prime positioning in a student-heavy town, Cineworld was unable to keep the consistent flow of customers needed to remain open. This closure follows a concerning trend of high-profile business departures in Loughborough. Just a few months ago, Revolution, a well-known bar and social spot in Baxter Gate, also shut down. The nearby Carillon Court Shopping Centre…