Phoenix Cinema sits at 4 Midland Street in central Leicester, within the LE1 postcode district, placing it close to the city’s cultural quarter. The venue is also known under its registered name, Leicester Arts Centre Ltd, which reflects its broader identity as a cultural space rather than a purely commercial cinema. The address on Midland Street puts it within easy walking distance of Leicester’s main shopping and leisure areas, making it straightforward to reach on foot from the city centre.
Opening Hours and Access
Phoenix is open seven days a week. On weekdays it runs from 09:00 through to 23:00, while at weekends and on public holidays the doors open slightly later at 10:00 but still close at 23:00. The building is fully wheelchair accessible, and visitors can contact the venue directly by phone on +44 116 242 2800 or through the cinema’s website at phoenix.org.uk.
What Phoenix Is Known For
Phoenix has long been Leicester’s dedicated arts cinema, programming independent, foreign language, and documentary films alongside more mainstream releases. Its identity as an arts centre means it goes beyond straightforward film screenings, with the building used for a range of cultural events and activities. For anyone looking for cinema that sits outside the multiplex circuit, Phoenix is the main destination in Leicester for that kind of programming.