June News Roundup

‍Major Funding Boost

We were delighted to receive a £4,500 grant from the Patricia Routledge Foundation, which will help create a new Heritage Hub within the Small Hall. We also received a generous £1,000 private donation, providing a valuable boost to the project.

Cinema Returns – One Year On

June marks the first anniversary of cinema returning to the Pavilion. Our film The Journey So Far continues to attract attention, nearing 190,000 YouTube views, airing on Talking Pictures TV, and generating interest from audiences across the UK and beyond.

Small Hall Restoration Update

The transformation of the Small Hall continues at pace. Key milestones include:

• Completion of step-free access throughout the ground floor
• Installation of solar panels generating clean energy
• Fireproofing and plasterboarding completed
• New fire alarm system installed
• Accessible toilet facilities nearing completion
• Plastering now underway

With every passing week, the reopening of this important community space moves closer.

Community Outreach

‍Trustees continue to share the Pavilion’s story through talks and events, with an illustrated presentation planned for Selsey U3A later this month.

Fundraising and Community Support

Nearly 500 Co-op members have selected the Selsey Pavilion Trust as their chosen local cause, helping to support our ongoing restoration work. We are incredibly grateful for the continued support from the local community.

Preserving Pavilion History

Support for our vintage cinema and pantomime poster conservation project continues to grow. Several posters have now been sponsored for professional framing and preservation, helping safeguard an important part of the Pavilion's heritage.

Glancing Backwards

This month's historical spotlight revisits Seven Brides for Seven Brothers, which delighted Pavilion audiences following its original release in the 1950s.

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