Welcome to Redhill; The Jewel of the South

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.

Welcome to Redhill; The Jewel of the South


Gasp in wonder at the charms of Redhill in this tongue-in-cheek look at life in the town.

The discreet charms of mid-seventies Redhill are on display in this film from the North Downs Cinematographic Society - from its architectural delights to the orderliness of its streets. In fact the film provides an interesting record of the deterioration of a town's fabric prior to its total redevelopment. We see closed and abandoned houses, shops, cinemas and other civic amenities. The scenes of dereliction are neatly rounded off with a burst of Land of Hope and Glory.

The discreet charms of mid-seventies Redhill are on display in this film from the North Downs Cinematographic Society - from its architectural delights to the orderliness of its streets. In fact the film provides an interesting record of the deterioration of a town's fabric prior to its total redevelopment. We see closed and abandoned houses, shops, cinemas and other civic amenities. The scenes of dereliction are neatly rounded off with a burst of Land of Hope and Glory.


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