Former Rio cinema, Sheerness Isle of Sheppey, Kent.

Derelict Places

Help Support Derelict Places:

This site may earn a commission from merchant affiliate links, including eBay, Amazon, and others.
C

colin haggart

Well-known member
Joined
Jul 26, 2011
Messages
54
Reaction score
88
Location
Gillingham, Kent
I took these photos in the late 1980s, two blocks of flats stand there now.

RioCinema1935-1987ColinHaggart002.jpg


RioCinema1935-1987ColinHaggart001-1.jpg


RioCinema1935-1987ColinHaggart003.jpg


RioCinema1935-1987ColinHaggart004.jpg


RioCinema1935-1987ColinHaggart006.jpg


RioCinema1935-1987ColinHaggart005.jpg


RioCinema1939-1987ColinHaggart001.jpg


RioCinema1980sColinHaggart.jpg


RioCinema1939-1987ColinHaggart002.jpg


RioCinema1935-1987ColinHaggart014.jpg


RioCinema1935-1987ColinHaggart008.jpg


RioCinema1935-1987ColinHaggart009.jpg


RioCinema1935-1987ColinHaggart010.jpg


RioCinema1935-1987ColinHaggart012.jpg


Riocinema1.jpg


Closed in the 1950s.

RioCinema001.jpg
 
Last edited:
fantastic! know its not everybodys bag but the cars alone show the timescale in the photos.love artdeco stuff, found a fab house in that style myself not so many yearsago. shame its gone, very interesting time for design. cheers.
 
THE NORTH FACE Unisex Borealis 10L Mini Backpack, Tnf Black/Tnf Black/Npf
£65.00
THE NORTH FACE Unisex Borealis 10L Mini Backpack, Tnf Black/Tnf Black/Npf Amazon.co.uk
YongFoto 5x3ft Abandoned Places Backdrop for Photography Broken Theater Stone Stairs Corner Building Interior Background for Old Time Theme Photo Retro Age Studio Shoot Vinyl Props
£11.99
YongFoto 5x3ft Abandoned Places Backdrop for Photography Broken Theater Stone Stairs Corner Building Interior Background for Old Time Theme Photo Retro Age Studio Shoot Vinyl Props YongFoto Home
THE NORTH FACE Unisex Borealis 10L Mini Backpack, Gardenia White/Tnf Black
-7%
£55.00 £58.95
THE NORTH FACE Unisex Borealis 10L Mini Backpack, Gardenia White/Tnf Black Amazon.co.uk
Salomon Trailblazer 20 Unisex Hiking Backpack, 20L Versatility, Easy to Use, and Comfort and Lightweight, Black
-8%
£50.71 £55.00
Salomon Trailblazer 20 Unisex Hiking Backpack, 20L Versatility, Easy to Use, and Comfort and Lightweight, Black Amazon.co.uk
YongFoto 5x3ft Abandoned Places Backdrop for Photography Mottled Factory Interior Colorful Graffiti Buildings Interior Background for Old Time Theme Photo Retro Age Studio Shoot Vinyl Props
£11.99
YongFoto 5x3ft Abandoned Places Backdrop for Photography Mottled Factory Interior Colorful Graffiti Buildings Interior Background for Old Time Theme Photo Retro Age Studio Shoot Vinyl Props YongFoto Home
YongFoto 7x5ft Abandoned Places Backdrop for Photography Empty Old Factory Building Ruined Buildings Interior Background for Old Time Theme Photo Retro Age Studio Shoot Vinyl Props
£18.99
YongFoto 7x5ft Abandoned Places Backdrop for Photography Empty Old Factory Building Ruined Buildings Interior Background for Old Time Theme Photo Retro Age Studio Shoot Vinyl Props YongFoto Home
YongFoto 5x3ft Abandoned Places Backdrop for Photography Dilapidated Laboratory Equipment Factory Buildings Interior Background for Old Time Theme Photo Retro Age Studio Shoot Vinyl Props
£11.99
YongFoto 5x3ft Abandoned Places Backdrop for Photography Dilapidated Laboratory Equipment Factory Buildings Interior Background for Old Time Theme Photo Retro Age Studio Shoot Vinyl Props YongFoto Home
AKSIQIOL Ultra-Transformable, Waterproof Compact Backpack | Lightweight, Foldable Rucksack for Multi-Season, Unisex Use | Travel, Hiking, City Exploration & Beyond
£6.99
AKSIQIOL Ultra-Transformable, Waterproof Compact Backpack | Lightweight, Foldable Rucksack for Multi-Season, Unisex Use | Travel, Hiking, City Exploration & Beyond AKSIQIOL
Cocila Deals Of The Day Sale Prime Jacket Velvet Outdoor Hooded Sports Pocket Mountaineering Men Ski Men's Coats & Jackets Medium Jacket Army Surplus Gear Men'S Winter Coats Ja Black of Friday Deal
£27.99
Cocila Deals Of The Day Sale Prime Jacket Velvet Outdoor Hooded Sports Pocket Mountaineering Men Ski Men's Coats & Jackets Medium Jacket Army Surplus Gear Men'S Winter Coats Ja Black of Friday Deal CHOHJIA
Fousam Camo Netting, Camouflage Net for Hunting, Shooting, Military Theme Party Decoration, Sunshade, Car Cover, Army Surplus, Ground Blind
£9.49
Fousam Camo Netting, Camouflage Net for Hunting, Shooting, Military Theme Party Decoration, Sunshade, Car Cover, Army Surplus, Ground Blind Fousam
OTAHGK Cabin Bags 40×20×25 for Ryanair Underseat Carry-ons Travel Backpack Hand Luggage Bag Cabin Size 20L Flight Rucksack Casual Daypack School Office Backpack Fit 14 Inch Laptop-Pink
-15%
£18.69 £21.99
OTAHGK Cabin Bags 40×20×25 for Ryanair Underseat Carry-ons Travel Backpack Hand Luggage Bag Cabin Size 20L Flight Rucksack Casual Daypack School Office Backpack Fit 14 Inch Laptop-Pink PENGKE UK
YongFoto 7x5ft Abandoned Places Backdrop for Photography Rusted Pipes Corner of Abandoned Factory Buildings Interior Background for Old Time Theme Photo Retro Age Studio Shoot Vinyl Props
£18.99
YongFoto 7x5ft Abandoned Places Backdrop for Photography Rusted Pipes Corner of Abandoned Factory Buildings Interior Background for Old Time Theme Photo Retro Age Studio Shoot Vinyl Props YongFoto Home
British Army Jacket Combat Tropical Desert Camouflage Shirts Men DPM Camo Lightweight Military Surplus Issue, Camouflage, Xlarge short
£30.26
British Army Jacket Combat Tropical Desert Camouflage Shirts Men DPM Camo Lightweight Military Surplus Issue, Camouflage, Xlarge short Amazon US
Ltemziiy Cabin Bags 40×20×25 for Ryanair Underseat Carry-ons Travel Backpack Hand Luggage Bag Cabin Flight Rucksack Casual Daypack School Office Backpack Fit 14 Inch Laptop-Black
£21.99
Ltemziiy Cabin Bags 40×20×25 for Ryanair Underseat Carry-ons Travel Backpack Hand Luggage Bag Cabin Flight Rucksack Casual Daypack School Office Backpack Fit 14 Inch Laptop-Black CHIFENG UK
YongFoto 5x3ft Abandoned Places Backdrop for Photography Rusted Pipes Corner of Abandoned Factory Buildings Interior Background for Old Time Theme Photo Retro Age Studio Shoot Vinyl Props
£11.99
YongFoto 5x3ft Abandoned Places Backdrop for Photography Rusted Pipes Corner of Abandoned Factory Buildings Interior Background for Old Time Theme Photo Retro Age Studio Shoot Vinyl Props YongFoto Home
Military Depot 58 Pattern British Army Surplus Webbing Combat Gear Belt PLCE Cadet TA UK New
£21.15
Military Depot 58 Pattern British Army Surplus Webbing Combat Gear Belt PLCE Cadet TA UK New Contact Left Limited
YongFoto 5x3ft Abandoned Places Backdrop for Photography Derelict Industrial Equipment Factory Buildings Interior Background for Old Time Theme Photo Retro Age Studio Shoot Vinyl Props
£11.99
YongFoto 5x3ft Abandoned Places Backdrop for Photography Derelict Industrial Equipment Factory Buildings Interior Background for Old Time Theme Photo Retro Age Studio Shoot Vinyl Props YongFoto Home
Original Vintage Czech Army Field Jacket M85 Olive Green Military Surplus Issue New (Medium Regular)
£22.95
Original Vintage Czech Army Field Jacket M85 Olive Green Military Surplus Issue New (Medium Regular) ANS Trading
YongFoto 7x5ft Abandoned Places Backdrop for Photography Abandoned Graffiti Covered Walls Corner Building Interior Background for Old Time Theme Photo Retro Age Studio Shoot Vinyl Props
£18.99
YongFoto 7x5ft Abandoned Places Backdrop for Photography Abandoned Graffiti Covered Walls Corner Building Interior Background for Old Time Theme Photo Retro Age Studio Shoot Vinyl Props YongFoto Home
Military Surplus Law Enforcement A-TACS Waterproof Jacket With Liner- Night Camo (Medium(40-42" Chest))
£101.99
Military Surplus Law Enforcement A-TACS Waterproof Jacket With Liner- Night Camo (Medium(40-42" Chest)) Only Army Surplus
OTAHGK Cabin Bags 45×36×20 for Easyjet, Underseat Carry-ons Travel Backpack Hand Luggage Bag Flight Rucksack Casual Daypack School Office Backpack Fit 17 Inch Laptop with USB Charging Port-Grey
£26.99
OTAHGK Cabin Bags 45×36×20 for Easyjet, Underseat Carry-ons Travel Backpack Hand Luggage Bag Flight Rucksack Casual Daypack School Office Backpack Fit 17 Inch Laptop with USB Charging Port-Grey PENGKE UK
Mad Ally Kids Astronaut Backpack for Boys – Personalised Toddler School Bag and Nursery Backpack | Spacious, Reinforced Stitching, Durable, and Zips | Gift for Boys Age 6, 11 & 12-Year-Old
£15.00
Mad Ally Kids Astronaut Backpack for Boys – Personalised Toddler School Bag and Nursery Backpack | Spacious, Reinforced Stitching, Durable, and Zips | Gift for Boys Age 6, 11 & 12-Year-Old Mad Ally
British Army Mens Military Jacket Original Hooded Desert Camouflage Military Surplus Gear Windproof & Breathable, Multicoloured, Medium regular (38"-40")
£58.86
British Army Mens Military Jacket Original Hooded Desert Camouflage Military Surplus Gear Windproof & Breathable, Multicoloured, Medium regular (38"-40") Amazon US
MEGE KNIGHT Combat Top Multicam Airsoft Shirt Seamless Long Sleeve Shirt with Shoulder Cushion Military Surplus, Multicam, XXL
£50.24
MEGE KNIGHT Combat Top Multicam Airsoft Shirt Seamless Long Sleeve Shirt with Shoulder Cushion Military Surplus, Multicam, XXL Amazon US
Cabin Max Travel Bag for Ryanair Cabin Bags 40x20x25 Underseat, Carry On Backpack, Travel Backpack, Cabin Bag, Hand Luggage Bag, Cabin Backpack, Laptop & Secret Pocket - Recycled RPET 20l - Equator X
£34.95
Cabin Max Travel Bag for Ryanair Cabin Bags 40x20x25 Underseat, Carry On Backpack, Travel Backpack, Cabin Bag, Hand Luggage Bag, Cabin Backpack, Laptop & Secret Pocket - Recycled RPET 20l - Equator X Cabin Max UK
Uwdiohq Army Surplus Gear Clearance Percussion Trousers Expandable Waist Trousers Gardening Work Trousers Camouflage Pants Men Fleece Lined Tracksuit Bottoms Women Navy Blue Cargo Work Pants Men
£10.99
Uwdiohq Army Surplus Gear Clearance Percussion Trousers Expandable Waist Trousers Gardening Work Trousers Camouflage Pants Men Fleece Lined Tracksuit Bottoms Women Navy Blue Cargo Work Pants Men Uwdiohq
YongFoto 5x3ft Abandoned Places Backdrop for Photography Broken Paint Wall Factory Door Buildings Interior Background for Old Time Theme Photo Retro Age Studio Shoot Vinyl Props
£11.99
YongFoto 5x3ft Abandoned Places Backdrop for Photography Broken Paint Wall Factory Door Buildings Interior Background for Old Time Theme Photo Retro Age Studio Shoot Vinyl Props YongFoto Home
Kombat 58 Pattern British Army Surplus Webbing Combat Gear Belt PLCE US Cadet TA UK
-21%
£10.60 £13.35
Kombat 58 Pattern British Army Surplus Webbing Combat Gear Belt PLCE US Cadet TA UK Kit Master Supplies
YongFoto 5x3ft Abandoned Places Backdrop for Photography Empty Old Factory Building Ruined Buildings Interior Background for Old Time Theme Photo Retro Age Studio Shoot Vinyl Props
£11.99
YongFoto 5x3ft Abandoned Places Backdrop for Photography Empty Old Factory Building Ruined Buildings Interior Background for Old Time Theme Photo Retro Age Studio Shoot Vinyl Props YongFoto Home
OTAHGK Cabin Bags 40×20×25 for Ryanair Underseat Carry-ons Travel Backpack Hand Luggage Bag Flight Rucksack Casual Daypack School Office Backpack Fit 14 Inch Laptop with USB Charging Port-Black
-15%
£18.69 £21.99
OTAHGK Cabin Bags 40×20×25 for Ryanair Underseat Carry-ons Travel Backpack Hand Luggage Bag Flight Rucksack Casual Daypack School Office Backpack Fit 14 Inch Laptop with USB Charging Port-Black PENGKE UK
Wow.. gutting... what a waste of an incredible building!

I started looking at the top pics thinking wow, amazing looking place, can't wait to see inside..etc...

then came the other pics, such a shame.

Thanks tho, great it's been captured in time...

Si
 
GhoulishGadgets said:
Wow.. gutting... what a waste of an incredible building!

I started looking at the top pics thinking wow, amazing looking place, can't wait to see inside..etc...

then came the other pics, such a shame.

Thanks tho, great it's been captured in time...

Si
Click to expand...

Yeah, that about sums it up for me as well, Damned Shame, that so many lovely old buildings have disappeared.
 
A lovely building by the great architect George Coles. Have you any photos without the photobubket logo? It spoils pictures I feel.
 

Similar threads

Riskybex0
Gala Bingo/Odeon Cinema - Bournemouth 2024
Replies
5
Views
1K
verdigris
V
Landie_Man
Rank Xerox/Target Life Insurance, Aylesbury, Bucks - Feb/Mar 2024
Replies
2
Views
2K
Hayman
H
Landie_Man
The State Cinema, Grays, Essex - September 2023
Replies
4
Views
5K
BikinGlynn
BikinGlynn
Skppertheyechild
Hornton Masonry, September and December 2024
Replies
2
Views
2K
Skppertheyechild
Skppertheyechild
BikinGlynn
Grain Tower Fort - Apr 22
Replies
12
Views
3K
HughieD
HughieD

Latest posts

Back
Top