Police cordon off the area while the demolition work beginsPolice cordon off the area while the demolition work begins
Police cordon off the area while the demolition work begins

In pictures: Demolition of fire ravaged former Tokyo Jo's, Evoque and Odeon building in Preston

A sombre mood blankets Preston today as demolition work begins on former Tokyo Jo's, Evoque and Odeon.

What once brought joy in the shape of a cinema and nightclub now houses a pile of rubble after being ravaged by a fire which broke out on Thursday evening.

Here are some pictures which sadly signify the end of an era for many.

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