ISCVE is pleased to report on the latest developments from Together For Cinema, our association partner, a charitable initiative dedicated to installing cinema rooms in care facilities across the UK. With 11 installations planned for 2025, this marks the largest number of projects undertaken in a single year. However, some installations may be rescheduled to 2026, depending on logistical considerations.

Scheduled Installations for 2025

The following installations are currently planned for completion in 2025, listed by expected order of completion:

• Chestnut Tree House Children’s Hospice, Arundel, West Sussex
  Installer: Seven Integration – A dedicated cinema/gaming room. Completed: March 2025.
• Jolly Josh, Rochdale, North of Manchester
  Installer: Majik House – Installation Completed: March 2025.
• Heart Heroes, Gloucester, Gloucestershire
  Installer: Digital Interiors – Refurbishment of a new building. Planned for March/April 2025.
• Little Havens Children’s Hospice, Benfleet, Essex
  Installer: The Cinema Company – Comprehensive refurbishment of the original 2012 installation. Planned for April 2025.
• Bradford Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, Bradford, West Yorkshire
  Installer: Cleverass – Children’s wing room confirmed; site visit pending. Installation scheduled for Summer 2025.
• Bluebell Wood Children’s Hospice, Newcastle, Tyne and Wear
  Installer: Taylor Made Smart Homes – Refurbishment of a 2012 installation. Work scheduled for Summer 2025.
• Marie Curie Hospice, Bradford, West Yorkshire
  Installer: TBC – Second of nine planned rooms for Marie Curie. Installation in Autumn 2025.
• Teesside Hospice, Teesside, Tyne and Wear
  Installer: Wakefields – Site visit completed. Installation scheduled for late Autumn/Winter 2025.
• Richard House Children’s Hospice, Beckton, London
  Installer: Art of Integration – Site visit pending. Expected completion: Autumn/Winter 2025.
• Teens Unite, Broxbourne, Middlesex
  Installer: FLUX – Site visit pending. Planned for Autumn/Winter 2025.
• Shooting Star Children’s Hospice, Hampton, Middlesex
  Installer: iMedia – Site visit pending. Scheduled for Winter 2025.

The success of these projects relies on the expertise of the installers involved, all of whom play a crucial role in bringing these cinema spaces to life.

Projected Installations for 2026 and Beyond

Given the high number of installations scheduled for 2025, some may be rescheduled for 2026. The current list of projects being considered for 2026 includes:

• Marie Curie Hospice, Solihull, West Midlands – Potential second of nine Marie Curie rooms.
• Ronald McDonald House Charity (RMHC), Alder Hey, Merseyside – Second installation for RMHC, location TBC.
• Zoe’s Place Children’s Hospice, Liverpool, Merseyside
• Helen and Douglas House Children’s Hospice, Oxford, Oxfordshire – Refurbishment of a 2014 installation.
• Derian House Children’s Hospice, Chorley, Lancashire – Refurbishment of a 2014 installation.

Further projects are under consideration, and new venues continue to be identified for future installations.

Charitable Partner Grants Update

Since 2021, significant financial contributions from industry and external supporters have enabled Together For Cinema to deliver high-quality cinema installations. These donations have been essential in providing entertainment spaces for children and families in care facilities.

However, economic challenges have led to a reduction in partner support, making it necessary to seek new funding sources. To maintain and expand these efforts, additional Charitable Partners are being sought.

A full list of current supporters is available on the Together For Cinema website. Businesses and individuals interested in contributing are encouraged to explore partnership opportunities to ensure the continued success of this initiative.

To find out how you can help please contact Ian Morrish at ian@togetherforcinema.co.uk

Further Information:

togetherforcinema.co.uk