Grade II listed · Brighton and Hove

The Duke of Yorks Cinema

The Duke of Yorks Cinema is a Grade II listed building in Brighton and Hove, first listed on 24 November 1994. It is one of 1,128 Grade II entries among 1,224 listed buildings in Brighton and Hove; 75% of Brighton and Hove’s current entries were listed before it.

List entry
FieldValue
NameThe Duke of Yorks Cinema
GradeGrade II — special interest
List entry number1380741
Date first listed24 November 1994
Local planning authorityBrighton and Hove
Location50.83391, -0.13839 (map)
Official recordHistoric England list entry 1380741

Planning works on this listed building?

Planium checks which consents Brighton and Hove will require for your works on The Duke of Yorks Cinema, lists what the heritage statement must cover and drafts the application text.

What the grade means for works

Grade II buildings are of special interest and make up over 90% of listed buildings in England. Most alterations, extensions and many internal changes still need listed building consent from the council.

The protection covers the whole building, inside and out, plus fixtures and attached structures. Typical works that need consent: replacing windows or doors, removing walls or historic fabric, changing roof coverings, installing solar panels or external insulation, and adding extensions.

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Frequently asked questions

Is The Duke of Yorks Cinema listed?
Yes. The Duke of Yorks Cinema is on the National Heritage List for England as a Grade II listed building, list entry number 1380741, first listed on 24 November 1994. The full list entry with its description and map is on Historic England’s website.
Do I need consent for works to The Duke of Yorks Cinema?
Works that affect its character as a building of special architectural or historic interest — inside or out — need listed building consent from Brighton and Hove, in addition to any planning permission or building regulations approval. Like-for-like repairs often do not, but confirm with the council’s conservation officer before you start.
Source: National Heritage List for England, © Historic England 2026, via planning.data.gov.uk. Contains Ordnance Survey data © Crown copyright and database right. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Retrieved 12 October 2026. Local authority assigned from the list entry point. This page is a summary — the legal record is the official list entry.