A descriptive essay on the city of Edinburgh, and in particular of Edinburgh Castle.
A promotional film for George Waterston and Sons of Edinburgh, Wax Chandlers. This film shows interiors and machinery of the firm's old wax making factory at St. John's Hill, just prior to demolition....
Aberdeen High School for Girls - from the first day of infant class to prize-giving for senior pupils leaving school. All aspects of learning are recorded, with emphasis on drama, music and dance.
An exploration of St Peter's Seminary, Cardross on the Firth of Clyde.
Glasgow in the post-war years and the Corporation's futuristic plans for the city's development. [The film was made to tie in with an exhibition of the same title, held at the Kelvin Hall in Glasgow....
The wedding of Jock Lyon and Lorna Duncan at Greyfriars Church, Dumfries, February 23rd 1928.
Family home life.
Film sponsored by Esso following the Scottish Rally of 1976. The rally begins in Ayrshire and takes in the Highlands. Interviews with various drivers at the roadside and after each stage is completed...
Comprehensive history of the burgh of Ayr, including footage of buildings of historical interest.
Amateur family footage of various locations, including Ayr, Rothesay, the Dunoon area and Gare Loch.
Amateur footage of children's dance displays in a theatre and in a dance classroom.
Amateur footage of riding school gymkhanas and brief shots of an outdoor swimming pool.
Compilation of scenes from Glasgow in the sixties including footage of the Gorbals, Paddy's Market, the Broomielaw the Alhambra Theatre and Glasgow Green.
An unfinished film from the mid 1950s showing an historical pageant taking place in the Lauriston district of Edinburgh.
Amateur home movies, including family visits, Christmas scenes, days out and family pets.
Amateur footage of the buildings and grounds of Dunfermline College of Physical Education at Cramond, Edinburgh.
Holidaymakers setting out from Glasgow, and travelling by train and steamer down the coast to Rothesay and Ettrick Bay. Includes tracking shots from tram in Sauchiehall Street.
A demonstration on how to use a Seine net for trawling. This film was planned by the Marine Laboratory Aberdeen, as part of their research programme on the efficiency of fishing gear. "Grateful ackn...
A look at the social and economic changes in Scotland during the 1950s, after the upheaval of the war. From the restoration of Iona Abbey to the development of new industries.
A tour through various exhibitions in the Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum.
Made for screening at the 1925 World Educational Congress Edinburgh, the film gives a survey of the educational opportunities offered in Edinburgh from infants up to senior pupils.
Women exercising during a keep-fit class.
The festival of the Braw Lads Gathering in the Borders town of Galashiels; the historic flag is presented and then carried on horseback through the town.
The people of Lochgelly at work and play, with footage of wash day and playing golf and bowls.