Ritzy Cinema Theater
Historic independent cinema and cultural venue in Brixton
A long-running independent picture house in south London, the Ritzy in Brixton draws cinephiles for arthouse and international films, live events, a café bar and community screenings.
Ritzy Cinema at a Glance#
Address: Ritzy Cinema (Picturehouse Ritzy), 313-321 Coldharbour Ln, Brixton, London SW9 8GL, United Kingdom
Website: https://www.picturehouses.com/cinema/Ritzy-Brixton
Hours: Box office and screening times vary; typically daily screenings starting mid‑morning into the evening
Admission: Tickets typically £6-£15 (varies by screening and concession)
About Ritzy Cinema#
The Ritzy is an independent cinema and cultural venue on Coldharbour Lane in Brixton, south London, known for screening a mix of mainstream and specialist films.
Multiple screens showing current releases and curated programming alongside community events, film festivals and occasionally live Q&As. The venue includes a public café-bar that functions as a social space before and after screenings.
Housed in an early 20th-century cinema building, the site later became part of the Picturehouse group while retaining a local reputation as a community arts venue.
Set in central Brixton on Coldharbour Lane, within easy walking distance of Brixton Underground station and local bus routes, surrounded by shops and cultural amenities.
- Programming: Operates as a local cultural cinema with a programme that mixes mainstream releases, independent and arthouse films, plus community events and occasional Q&A screenings.
- Location and facilities: Located on Coldharbour Lane in Brixton, a short walk from Brixton Underground station (Victoria line), with an on-site café-bar used by patrons before and after screenings.
How to Get to Ritzy Cinema#
Take the London Underground Victoria Line to Brixton station - the Ritzy is a roughly 5‑minute walk from the station down Coldharbour Lane. Numerous local buses serve Brixton from Zone 1 and beyond.
If driving, expect limited parking in central Brixton; public transport is recommended.
Tips for Visiting Ritzy Cinema#
- Take the Victoria Line to Brixton Underground - the Ritzy is a short walk from the station and easier than trying to park in busy Brixton.
- Check the daily listings online and arrive early for popular repertory screenings; the foyer cafe often fills with locals before the first show.
- See a late‑night program or a special event screening: the Ritzy has a long history of hosting film festivals, Q&As and director appearances.
Best Time to Visit Ritzy Cinema#
Any time the cinema has a compelling program; late‑night screenings and special events are the best moments for cinephiles.
Weather & Climate near Ritzy Cinema#
Ritzy Cinema's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 2°C to 23°C. Moderate rainfall (633 mm/year), distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | 2° - 8° | 2° | 64 mm | overcast | 93% | 4.3 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.2h |
| February | Acceptable | 2° - 8° | 2° | 40 mm | overcast | 90% | 4.2 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.8h |
| March | Acceptable | 3° - 11° | 4° | 49 mm | overcast | 86% | 4.3 m/s | 0.4 low | 11.7h |
| April | Acceptable | 4° - 14° | 7° | 44 mm | overcast | 81% | 4.0 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 13.7h |
| May | Good | 7° - 18° | 13° | 48 mm | overcast | 79% | 3.8 m/s | 1.2 high | 15.4h |
| June | Good | 11° - 21° | 16° | 55 mm | overcast | 78% | 3.5 m/s | 1.4 high | 16.3h |
| July | Very Good | 13° - 23° | 18° | 43 mm | overcast | 76% | 3.5 m/s | 1.4 high | 15.9h |
| August | Very Good | 13° - 23° | 18° | 49 mm | overcast | 78% | 3.3 m/s | 1.1 high | 14.4h |
| September | Good | 10° - 19° | 15° | 57 mm | overcast | 81% | 3.4 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 12.5h |
| October | Acceptable | 7° - 15° | 11° | 61 mm | overcast | 87% | 3.5 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.5h |
| November | Acceptable | 4° - 11° | 5° | 62 mm | overcast | 92% | 3.6 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.7h |
| December | Poor | 3° - 9° | 3° | 61 mm | overcast | 94% | 3.9 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.7h |
