Meander in Maidstone

From the collection of

Screen Archive South East at the University of Brighton
Screen Archive South East at the University of Brighton collects, preserves, catalogues and provides public access to its collection of films and magic lantern slides. The collection charts the rise of screen culture in the region and the nation and captures many aspects of life, work and creativity in the South East from the late 19th century to the present day. It is available for research, screenings, creative re-use and commercial access.

Meander in Maidstone


A remarkable record of Maidstone during 1964, including summer shopping in open-air markets, winter snows and flooding in the town – and ending with scenes of night-time neon.

This film of Maidstone starts with scenes of the River Medway followed by a summer market with shoppers and traders. We see modern developments like new roads and tall buildings contrasting sharply with older parts of the town. Winter snows return followed by scenes of disruption when the Medway breaks its banks and floods the town. After more views of Maidstone, we are treated to a display of Christmas lights and a variety of neon signs for various shops and products.

This film of Maidstone starts with scenes of the River Medway followed by a summer market with shoppers and traders. We see modern developments like new roads and tall buildings contrasting sharply with older parts of the town. Winter snows return followed by scenes of disruption when the Medway breaks its banks and floods the town. After more views of Maidstone, we are treated to a display of Christmas lights and a variety of neon signs for various shops and products.


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