Generations of Manchester families have enjoyed trips to the cinema for decades. And many picturehouses have come and gone in Manchester over the years, with some sadly being reduced to rubble.

Now, the MEN has unearthed a selection of photos that are sure to bring back memories. Taken between 1954 and 1995, the photos below include cinemas in Stockport, Bolton, Rochdale, Hyde and Oldham.

Some show iconic exteriors, others capture the owners, staff and passers-by.

Did you ever visit any of the below cinemas? Share your memories in the comments section.

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ABC Cinema Rochdale, April 1978

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Classic Cinema in Stockport, June 1984

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Manager Robert Webb (right) checks equipment with chief projectionist John Bolton, ready for tomorrow's opening of the ABC Cinema Rochdale after more seating has been added, April 1978

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Empire Cinema in Westhoughton, Bolton, circa 1954

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Former Odeon on Washway Road, Sale, December 1989

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Councillor Winnie Crook outside The Savoy Picture House in Heaton Moor, Stockport, October 1994

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Chip shop owner Lisa Fan has bought the 500 seat Savoy Picture House in Heaton Moor, Stockport, November 1994

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General Manager of Cosmo Leisure Bob Creek outside the Theatre Royal at Hyde, Tameside, in Greater Manchester, May 1994

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Roxy Cinema in Hollinwood, Oldham, May 1993

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Palatine Cinema in Manchester being demolished, February 1961

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The Multiplex Cinema at Grand Central Square in Stockport, October 1991

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