A look back at the theatres and cinemas in High Wycombe from years gone by

This first photo, taken late 1959, shows the former Intimate Theatre, Temple End, just after it had closed down.

Now known as The Clock House, it has had various uses over the years, including a swimming pool and ice rink, offices, and student accommodation.

Then: 

And now: 

This second photo, taken in Oxford Street, High Wycombe, in October 1953 and looking south west, shows the Kings Head pub and the Rex Cinema. They are both shops now. 

Then:

And now: 

Bucks archive photos by swop.org.uk