ATV Today: 11.04.1980: Narrowboats

Summary

Peter Green talked to Len Wilson, a 78 year old former narrowboat skipper, about the way of life he used to have.

Year:

1980

Duration:

0:01:58

Film type:

Colour / Sound

Company:

ATV

Master format:

16mm

Description

In honour of Mr. Wilson, the Walsall Waterways Activity Group dressed up for a two and a half day canal cruise to Ellesmere Port in Cheshire. Interview with Len Wilson who talks about some of the freight he used to transport during the First World War. Shot of Len Wilson setting off on canal journey with costumed crew. (+ 4 mins of trims including shots of the boat yard work and further views of Mr Wilson on his boat).


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