A guide to facilities showing students learning diverse techniques at Heriot Watt College, in its Chambers Street buildings, Edinburgh. Subjects include Pharmacy, Optics, Mine Rescue and Engineering.
A reconstruction of George IV's visit to Edinburgh in 1822 drawing a contrast between the old town and the New Town which the King was able to see in development. (15 mins)
The streets of Edinburgh at 1969 Festival time, featuring the parade along Princes Street.
Demonstrations of a manual fire engine, turntable and hook ladders and fire "rescues" at the Central Fire Station, Edinburgh.
Scenes of Edinburgh including Princes Street Gardens, George Street, a pipe band, and a procession from Chipperfields Circus.
General views of the of the last tram in Edinburgh as they process from depot at night. Includes shots of tram staff and the Lord Provost of Edinburgh.
A road safety film made around the streets of Edinburgh in 1950. It takes the form of a letter sent home by a visiting emigrant after 25 years, highlighting the carelessness of road users.
A short piece of film recording general views of Edinburgh's Princes Street in the 1950s.
Lena Karbe at EIFF, Edinburgh International Film Festival in August 2022