Thousands march up Old Elvet in Durham to mark the Coronation of Edward VII.

“Remarkably distinct," cheered the Durham Chronicle when this film screened in the city's Drill Hall: "many local ladies and gentlemen were easily recognised... it was a splendid reproduction and it has nightly been received with applause." No doubt such acclaim would have pleased Mitchell & Kenyon, who always aimed to capture as many faces as possible to attract customers to their film shows.

Thousands march up Old Elvet in Durham to mark the Coronation of Edward VII.

M&K 679: Large stationary group, a mix of children and adults in Durham market place. They are watching a conductor on stage, the band can be seen below.

M&K 680: Replacement title (0.07). Procession of school children (boys and girls) led by boy band parade (left to right) up North Street (?) accompanied by parents (?). Some of the children carry Union flags (2.50mins).

M&K 681: Replacement title (0.07). Continuation of procession of school children (mainly girls) who parade (left to right) up North Street (?) accompanied by parents (?). Some of the children carry Union flags (2.30mins).

M&K 682: