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Ombersley in the 70s

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Date 1971
Duration 00:22:54
Film type Colour / Silent
Production Amateur
Genre Home Movie
Company No Production Companies Specified
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Summary Home movie shot in the 1970s festuring various scenes in Ombersley near Droitwich. This is the first of three reels.
Description We see shots of St Andrews Church Ombersley. There are shots taken from the top of the church of the surrounding buildings and countryside. This is followed by shots of houses and various timber framed buildings in the village. Next we see shots of the Cross Keys Inn, outside the post office, a restaurant and garage petrol pumps. There are shots of a plaque about Ombersley Schoolhouse and the grounds of Ombersley Court. This is followed by shots of Holt Fleet Bridge on the River Severn and the nearby weir. We see shots of a fire engine putting out a fire on a burnt out coach and garage. We see shots of a sign for Clack's Farm, Boreley, and gardens at the farm. There are shots of painted walls at Yew Tree House and a artist's studio. There are shots outside Omberlsey Galleries and artwork for sale inside the gallery. Next we see shots outside an antiques shop and antiques inside the shop. We see shots of The Kings Arms and people drinking in the pub and behind the bar. We see shots outside Evertons Stores and products for sale inside the shop. Lastly we see shots outside and inside the Venture In restaurant bar.
Credits Made by Ombersley Dramatic Society
Tags Arts, Housing, Religious Buildings

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