Film Number |
8379 |
Title |
[EASTER WEEKEND 1952; MOTOR CROSS TRIALS] |
Producer |
Percy Hughes |
Date |
1952-3 |
Gauge |
std8mm |
Colour |
colour |
Sound |
silent |
Running Time |
8 mins 24 secs |
Description |
The film opens on a close up of various leaflets for different events over the 1952 Easter weekend including Cheshire Moto-Cross, the Lomax Cup trial and Rhydymwyn motorcycle road racing. On Saturday 12th of April, they attend the Cheshire Moto-Cross event. Crowds gather to watch the race, the first Cheshire Moto Cross winner was Ted Ogden. On Sunday the 13th of April, the Lomax Cup trial was held. Motorcycles and sidecars tackle the rough terrain and steep muddy sections. On Monday the 14th of April, Rhydymwyn motorcycle road racing takes place, brief shots of crowds gathering to watch the race. May 1952, scenes from the Warrington and District Motor Club Regularity Trial. Motor enthusiasts gather, some with vintage cars as well as modern. In June 1953, Chester Motor Club Sprint Trials Meeting was held. Sprint cars wait at the start line followed by mechanics inspecting the cars. |
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