Cinema chain Odeon has announced the closure of one of its Oxford branches as it is "no longer viable".
The Odeon Cinema on Magdalen Street, which opened in the Grade II listed building in 2000, will close on June 5.
The building was first opened as a cinema in 1924 and has changed hands multiple times with Odeon being the latest owners.
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Venue bosses say they were forced to make the 'very difficult decision'.
In a letter written to its members, the Odeon said: "We are sorry to announce that following a thorough assessment of all other available options, we have made the very difficult decision to close Odeon Oxford Magdalen Street on June 5.
"It's no longer viable to operate the cinema.
"Looking after our people is our number one priority and we are looking to secure jobs for as many team members as possible in one of our other cinemas."
The Odeon's other Oxford venue on George Street will not be affected by the closure.
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