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Bristol is a city in the West Country of England. Famous for its maritime history it also offers a great and diverse range of attractions, hotels, bars and events. Map. Directions.
The maps show the development and expansion of the city over the centuries, documenting the history of the city as the population grew, as industries started and stopped, and as new areas were developed, from the 18th century garden suburb of Montpelier to the post-war social housing in Sea Mills.
- Haig in Bristol April 1920
- 1927 – Princess Mary in Bristol & The Portway
- Bristol Historical Pageant 1924
- Bristol’s Docks in The 1930s
- Bristol Celebrates The Silver Jubilee 1935
- Coronation Celebrations: 1937
- The Bristol Blitz November 1940
- Settlements Along The River Avon in 1940
- Bristol Blitz Sites as They Are Today
- Film from The Cabot Cine Circle
On 19 April 1920, the famous Field Marshall Douglas Haig, 1st Earl Haig, visited Bristol to receive the freedom of the city, shortly after the Great War ended. Despite the rain, spectators and dignitaries came out to greet him as he arrived at the Council House from Temple Meads station. Also there were many petitioners, men who fought for their co...
This vintage footage shows two separate items. In the first segment, 30 year old Princess Mary, accompanied by the Mayor, visits the new Dockland Club in Bristol. It’s 1927, several years before her niece became Queen Elizabeth II. Next, we see the new Portway road, now part of the A4. One of the first roads designed with motor vehicle traffic in m...
Between 26 May and 21 June 1924, a cast of thousands – yes, thousands – turned out in beautiful period costumes for 22 performances of the Bristol Historical Pageant. The footage shows one short episode of the Bristol historical pageant that took place on a grand scale in Ashton Court in 1924, before its three day transfer to Wembley in London. Eac...
In the 1930s, the City Docks, Portishead Docks and Avonmouth Docks had an extensive economic reach across South West England. This short film brought together the maritime history, 1930s aerial footage, and simple but effective illustrations when special effects were in their infancy. The title card tells us the Port of Bristol has a history of ove...
The Silver Jubilee 1935 saw Bristol bedecked in flags and hosting a military parade near the Cathedral. Despite being third in line to the throne when he was born during Queen Victoria’s reign, on 6 May 1910 King George V became King of the United Kingdom and the British Dominions, and Emperor of India. 25 years later, in 1935, the people of Bristo...
1937 saw the coronation of King George VI. The bunting and floral displays were back again as the city and its residents celebrated the event. This early home movie also captured a very jolly street party. Part of the footage shows the West Of England College of Art, which is sporting beautiful floral displays. From its foundation in 1853 until the...
This is a short but fascinating account of the Bristol Blitz, focusing on the evening of Sunday 24th November 1940. Both the devastation, loss of life and censorship are breathtaking. The Bristol Blitz began on Sunday 24th November 1940. That night, the German Luftwaffe dropped 5,000 incendiary and 10,000 high explosive bombs on the old city. On th...
This short film starts at the source of the Avon near Tetbury and follows it all the way to the Bristol Docks, where waters flow into the sea. There are many shots of Bristol taken just before the Bristol Blitz occurred, including the historic Dutch House which was soon to be lost. This short film takes us on a journey in time and place. From the s...
This short film draws together black and white photos, vintage film and modern footage to highlight places destroyed by the Luftwaffe bombs. Includes the water pump next to St John’s Church that suddenly became the only water supply for 120,000 people. “How the Blitz changed Bristol forever” from YouTube channel Sudden Pine
Think filmmkaing clubs are a new phenomena? Well, back in the 1940s the Cabot Cine Circle wanted new members. So they made a short film. It included a quick trip to the Llandoger Trow.
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Jan 27, 2024 · Bristol, England Map. Check out our map collection of Bristol that displays motorways, things to do, waterways, and much more. From its rich maritime history to its cultural scene, Bristol is a city full of character.
