South London theatre could become church but celebs back calls to fight change

Tragedy warning from campaigners fighting to stop historic Streatham Hill Theatre being lost forever

A group of campaigners have criticised plans which could see a Grade II listed theatre in South London permanently converted into a church.

Campaigners fighting plans to turn disused south London theatre into a church

Streatham Hill Theatre could be turned into a place of worship

The Piper nightclub could soon become a church as planning application submitted

Planning documents state that the church's "congregation has grown steadily over time" leading to the need of a larger site

South London theatre could become church but celebs back calls to fight change

Campaigners are urging residents to object to the plans as they want to restore the now-closed theatre back to its original use

The London Buzz – 22nd May 2025

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Campaigners hit out at plans to convert Grade II listed theatre into church

Ruach City Church has submitted a Change of Use planning application to Lambeth council to turn Streatham Hill Theatre into a place of worship.