Operator Announced for new Cultural Offering at Clair Hall

- 17/02/2026

Operator Announced for new Cultural Offering at Clair Hall

Mid Sussex District Council has today (Tuesday 17th February 2026) named the Cultural Operator for the new Clair Hall development.  

Family-owned entertainment company, The Digital Picture House Limited, which owns cinema and restaurant venues in Uckfield and East Grinstead, has been selected to provide a four-screen cinema with multi-use performance space and community facilities, equipped with professional sound and lighting, and restaurant at the Clair Hall site in Haywards Heath.  

The selection was made by the Council’s cabinet on Monday 2nd February 2026 following a robust procurement process validated by an independent panel of experts. The name of the successful bidder could only be released after completion of a legal process.  

Cllr Robert Eggleston, Leader of Mid Sussex District Council, comments: “We are delighted to be able to finally name the Cultural Operator unanimously agreed by Cabinet.  

“The Digital Picture House Limited has an exceptional reputation and history for creating a destination that is accessible to all. With their deep knowledge, proven experience and strong community focus, we are confident that they will make a real success of the new offering at Clair Hall.”  

The Digital Picture House Limited is a family-owned cinema and restaurant operator, established in 1964 by Mid-Sussex resident, Roy Marwick.  

Now, under the stewardship of son Kevin Marwick, the company provides an entertainment destination with a strong focus on community development through the provision of strong cultural partnerships, collaborations with local charities and the engagement of young people and minority communities. 

Kevin Marwick, chief executive of The Digital Picture House, said: “We are beyond delighted to be selected to be the operator of choice for Clair Hall.  

“Our vision is to carry on our tradition of providing a community-friendly venue and restaurant that makes cultural experience accessible to all.  

“We have gained a strong support from the residents of Uckfield through our focus on quality and community and are looking forward to bringing the same ethos to Haywards Heath to establish a venue that benefits the community now and for years to come.” 

Cllr Eggleston adds: “Now the Digital Picture House is in position, we are moving forward to procure a developer for the site, which will work with us and the Digital Picture House to breathe new life into the venue.” 

For more information on Clair Hall visit www.midsussex.gov.uk or follow Mid Sussex District Council on Facebook, Instagram and X. Further details on The Digital Picture House can be found at: www.picturehouseuckfield.com 

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