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Searched For: football
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[OUT IN AUSTRAILIA] | |||
Date: 1982 Film Number: 5768 | |||
Margaret and Arnold Ellis Snr's footage from their 1985 trip to Australia. Views from Albany, Frenchman's Bay and of tallships in a dock. Footage of an Australian football game, Middleton beach and a tour of an Albany house with fleeting shots of people. | |||
[GREATER MANCHESTER EAST COUNTY SCOUT RALLY 1982 AND OTHER SCENES] | |||
Date: 1982 Film Number: 9704 | |||
The film opens with scenes from the 1982 Greater Manchester East County Scout Rally. We see various activities taking place around the rally including a visit from senior members, scouts doing the outside catering and a helicopter landing and departing, presumably with VIP guests. There are also scenes from a scout camp at Linnet Clough. There are various scenes such as the scouts peeling potatoes and shots of their kit unpacked and laid out, ready for inspection. They build a cabin and a treehouse. There is also a trip to Lincoln and RAF Scampton. We see a football match in a school playground. The film ends with scenes of the boys being presented with certificates and a plaque. | |||
[RIVER LUNE; FOOTBALL; SALESH'S 1ST BIKE RIDE] | |||
Date: 1982-5 Film Number: 6753 | |||
Views of the Kapur family relaxing by the banks of the River Lune are followed by scenes of the three Kapur brothers kicking a football around in the back garden at Hillsea Avenue, Heysham. Ends with Salesh Kapur's first attempt at riding a bicycle. | |||
[MEDIAEVAL TOURNAMENT AND WEST HEATH FETE] | |||
Date: 1983 Film Number: 3599 | |||
Scenes from a 'mediaeval tournament' held in Congleton. After shots of the site being prepared, there is footage of mock battles in costume, sheep races, shire horse displays, jousting and chariot racing. There are also shots of a spit roast, various stalls and the watching public. Other footage features a fete held at West Heath Hospital, with various stalls and games, attended by the Mayor and the local MP, Nicholas Winterton. | |||
[ROUND TABLE GALA DAY AT BARROW FC, 15TH MAY 1983] | |||
Date: 15/5/1983 Film Number: 11028 | |||
Highland pipers play on the pitch at Holker Street Stadium home of Barrow FC as part of the Round Table gala day. As people try their luck at various stalls and coconut shies we see children taking pony rides and buying ice cream. A Punch and Judy show is enjoyed by adults and children alike then dance troupes perform tap dancing routines. The film ends with a children's judo demonstration. | |||
PEARL ASSURANCE HALF MARATHON AND MAN CITY BLUE | |||
Date: 1984/6 Film Number: 8858 | |||
The Pearl Assurance Half Marathon held in March 1986 in Swanley in Kent with shots of the runners at the start and finish line as well as the medals being awarded. The Man City Blue film begins with shots from the Fulham v City match at Craven Cottage followed by match action of the Wimbledon v City at Plough Lane as well as the players arriving at the ground. Next we have Maine Road exteriors with supporters walking to the match, followed by match action and goal from the Man City v Oxford game. | |||
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ARRIVEDERCI STOCKPORT | |||
Date: 1985 Film Number: 6058 | |||
Spoof advertisement promoting the attractions of the "Costa del Stockport." Features views of Manchester airport, Stockport railway station, the town centre, shops, pubs and derelict factories and warehouses. | |||
[PARTY IN THE GARDEN] | |||
Date: 1985 Film Number: 5745 | |||
The Greenwood family and friends have a party in the garden, drinking and waving to the camera. Various members if the family play golf, then football with a tennis ball in a school yard. | |||
[SALFORD LADS' CLUB CAMP c1986] | |||
Date: c1986 Film Number: 4955 | |||
The camp for Salford Lads' Club in Aberystwyth is seen being set up prior to their arrival. When they do, an inspection is held, the lads are seen washing up after a meal and playing cricket and football. There is footage of a coach trip to Barmouth with a visit to the funfair and of a barbecue back at camp. Some of the lads are seen at a local market and on the beach, and everyone poses for the group photograph. There are views of the cookhouse as well as the Vale of Rheidol steam train and on the final day, the camp is packed up and the boys head home. | |||
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LIVERPOOL | |||
Date: 1986 Film Number: 5783 | |||
The film begins its journey around Liverpool with general views of buildings such as the Liverpool Freeport, the Liverpool Daily Post and Echo and an array of local pubs and cafes. There are shots showing Hope Street, the Philharmonic Hall and Cathedrals before moving onto locations around St. Georges Hotel. External views of Anfield, Goodison Park and Aintree, and scenes of derelict housing and flats before moving back to the city centre, documenting the regeneration of the Albert Dock. The voiceover reminisces about life in the city, past and present. | |||
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MANCHESTER INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT | |||
Date: *1986 Film Number: 6587 | |||
A promotional film narrated by Tom Baker which emphasises both the international standing of Manchester Airport and its convenience for accessing the whole of England, Scotland and Wales. A series of regions are placed in geographical relation to the airport using graphics and then we are given a summary of industry, heritage and development within each of them. | |||
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[GROUP CAMP WADDECAR 1988; BASSENTHWAITE CAMP 1988] | |||
Date: 1988 Film Number: 10042 | |||
To mark the 80th anniversary of the 1st Longford Group, a group camp was held at Waddecar Scout Activity Centre. The groups were split into mixed team of Beavers, Cubs and scouts for cricket, football and volleyball. Over the weekend the children take part in abseiling and receive their badges. In Bassenthwaite camp the scouts and leaders cook some food and later play fun games and football. Later the troop members are awarded their badges and certificates for attending and participating in the group camp. | |||
[BIRTHDAY CELEBRATIONS JULY 11TH AT THE SOLNA HOTEL] | |||
Date: c1990 Film Number: 8106 | |||
Family gather at the Solna Hotel in Liverpool for their Granddad's birthday celebrations. After the meal and speeches, some of the family play table football in the bar area. | |||
CHANGE YOUR LIFE | |||
Date: 1990s Film Number: 11255 | |||
A promotional video for the Royal Military Academy in Sandhurst where future officers of the British army are trained. We hear the experiences of the young officer cadets as well as officers that do the training The three terms that each cadet undertakes are explained, from the physical training of the first term to classroom lessons in the second and adventure camp in the third. The video ends with scenes from the officers passing out parade. | |||
DOCTORS DUTIES FATHERS DUES | |||
Date: 1991 Film Number: 2015 | |||
Video focusing on Dr C.T. Chiu, a Chinese doctor living and working in Manchester. Dr Chiu's father is seen talking (in Chinese with subtitles) about his son's career. Dr Chiu is seen at work in the Brunswick Health Centre, on house calls and at home with his family. The film features material shot at the Chinese Health Information Centre (CHIC), based in Manchester's Chinatown, which Dr Chiu set up to promote health amongst the Chinese community. Includes footage of the doctor leading a discussion on mental health. | |||
OUR GAME - 1 | |||
Date: 1992 Film Number: 7729 | |||
Performance of the play 'Our Game,' written by playwright John Fay in association with Kirkby Response Theatre, Merseyside. Performed in a large theatre in Liverpool, the play reflects on the Heysel Stadium Disaster in 1985 when Liverpool and Juventus football fans clashed in the Belgian stadium - 39 Juventus fans died and a further 600 fans were injured. Performed by a small cast, including John Fay as a fan and the commentator, with simple and effective stage props and projections the play follows a group of Liverpool fans on their journey to the match and the devastating impact of the ensuing events on their lives, their devotion to the game and historical events it makes allusions to. This is the first 25 minutes (stage left view) of the 70 minute play. [Catalogued as part of 'Revitalising the Regions' a Screen Heritage UK project, 2011] | |||
OUR GAME - 2 | |||
Date: 1992 Film Number: 7730 | |||
Performance of the play 'Our Game,' written by playwright John Fay in association with Kirkby Response Theatre, Merseyside. Performed in a large theatre in Liverpool, the play reflects on the Heysel Stadium Disaster in 1985 when Liverpool and Juventus football fans clashed in the Belgian stadium - 39 Juventus fans died and a further 600 fans were injured. Performed by a small cast, including John Fay as a fan and the commentator, with simple and effective stage props and projections the play follows a group of Liverpool fans on their journey to the match and the devastating impact of the ensuing events on their lives, their devotion to the game and historical events it makes allusions to. This is 25 to 60 minutes (stage left view) of the 70 minute play. [Catalogued as part of 'Revitalising the Regions' a Screen Heritage UK project, 2011] | |||
OUR GAME - 3 | |||
Date: 1992 Film Number: 7731 | |||
Performance of the play 'Our Game,' written by playwright John Fay in association with Kirkby Response Theatre, Merseyside. Performed in a large theatre in Liverpool, the play reflects on the Heysel Stadium Disaster in 1985 when Liverpool and Juventus football fans clashed in the Belgian stadium - 39 Juventus fans died and a further 600 fans were injured. Performed by a small cast, including John Fay as a fan and the commentator, with simple and effective stage props and projections the play follows a group of Liverpool fans on their journey to the match and the devastating impact of the ensuing events on their lives, their devotion to the game and historical events it makes allusions to. This is the final 10 minutes (stage left view) of the 70 minute play. [Catalogued as part of 'Revitalising the Regions' a Screen Heritage UK project, 2011] | |||
OUR GAME - 4 | |||
Date: 1992 Film Number: 7732 | |||
Performance of the play 'Our Game,' written by playwright John Fay in association with Kirkby Response Theatre, Merseyside. Performed in a large theatre in Liverpool, the play reflects on the Heysel Stadium Disaster in 1985 when Liverpool and Juventus football fans clashed in the Belgian stadium - 39 Juventus fans died and a further 600 fans were injured. Performed by a small cast, including John Fay as a fan and the commentator, with simple and effective stage props and projections the play follows a group of Liverpool fans on their journey to the match and the devastating impact of the ensuing events on their lives, their devotion to the game and historical events it makes allusions to. This is the first 25 minutes (stage right view) of the 70 minute play. [Catalogued as part of 'Revitalising the Regions' a Screen Heritage UK project, 2011] | |||
OUR GAME - 5 | |||
Date: 1992 Film Number: 7733 | |||
Performance of the play 'Our Game,' written by playwright John Fay in association with Kirkby Response Theatre, Merseyside. Performed in a large theatre in Liverpool, the play reflects on the Heysel Stadium Disaster in 1985 when Liverpool and Juventus football fans clashed in the Belgian stadium - 39 Juventus fans died and a further 600 fans were injured. Performed by a small cast, including John Fay as a fan and the commentator, with simple and effective stage props and projections the play follows a group of Liverpool fans on their journey to the match and the devastating impact of the ensuing events on their lives, their devotion to the game and historical events it makes allusions to. This is the final minutes (stage right view) of the 70 minute play. [Catalogued as part of 'Revitalising the Regions' a Screen Heritage UK project, 2011] | |||
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