Film Number |
240 |
Title |
[BIRTWISTLE FAMILY - BILLINGE SCAR NO. 4] |
Producer |
Birtwistle Family |
Date |
*1934/39 |
Gauge |
35mm N |
Colour |
b/w |
Sound |
silent |
Running Time |
10 mins 34 secs |
Description |
The film opens with scenes of salmon fishing, followed by groups of guests at a wedding. Family and guests are shown in and around the grounds and swimming pool at Billinge Scar. A group of men on an "Allotment Unemployed Scheme" play skittles. A troop of girl guides goes through dancing and physical fitness routines on the lawns. A cricket match and spectators are featured; followed by a group of guests posing with a monkey, and ending on more scenes in the swimming pool. |
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