The notorious New Cross ‘sex cinema’ which screened saucy films while punters reportedly pleasured themselves has been shut down following an 18-month battle with Lewisham Council.
As neighbours caught wind of the goings-on at the venue, which was located opposite a church and the Addey and Stanhope School, the council tried repeatedly to come down hard on the erotic establishment.
It was also ordered to maintain CCTV in every room inside the premises except the toilets.
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But on June 17, police raided the property and a message on the cinema’s website confirmed the closure.
A council spokesman said: “The premises was being illegally sublet which has resulted in the legal tenant being evicted due to planning infringements.
“This follows the premises licence having been revoked in October last year due to unlicensed films being shown at the property.
“We have supported the property’s owner in taking appropriate action to address the illegal use of the premises.”
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