Wisbech cinema closes after burst water main cancels films

The Light Cinema in Wisbech has been forced to temporarily close due to a burst water main. <i>(Image: Google Maps / Street View)</i>
The Light Cinema in Wisbech has been forced to temporarily close due to a burst water main. (Image: Google Maps / Street View)
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A Fenland cinema has been forced to close after a burst water main caused disruption at the site.

The Light cinema on Cromwell Road, Wisbech, announced the temporary closure this afternoon, cancelling all screenings because of the leak.

In a message sent to customers, the cinema said it hoped to reopen soon but was unable to continue operating while the issue was being dealt with.

The statement said: "Due to a burst water main, the cinema is currently closed. We hope to reopen soon, but all film screenings today are cancelled."

Customers with bookings can cancel for credit, exchange their tickets for another performance or request a full refund.

The cinema said customers seeking a refund should contact the venue by email and provide their booking reference number.

The closure comes amid ongoing problems caused by a burst water main in nearby Weasenham Lane, with repair work causing disruption to residents, businesses and motorists.

The cinema has not said when it will reopen but hopes to welcome customers back soon.

An update is expected once repairs have been completed and the building can safely resume normal operations.

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