PRODUCT CATALOGUE 2014 Our DVD titles have been carefully researched, written and produced using rare archive film footage and material that has been carefully collected and preserved over many years. Video History Scotland is committed to documenting and preserving our rich Scottish history and heritage of bygone times, places and events and making these available for your enjoyment in a rich and varied menu of DVD titles. Tel: 0141 954 1047 www.videohistoryscotland.com
Welcome to Video History Scotland At Video History Scotland we are passionate about collecting, preserving and sharing historical events, moments and places that represent Scotland's precious heritage and culture. Whether it's memories of a trip "doon the waatter" from Glasgow;s Bridge Wharf aboard the Paddle Steamer Waverley or the Duchess of Montrose or a bygone memory of a day on Loch Lomond aboard one of the once many Paddle Steamers or other ships. Revisit cherished holiday destinations in and around the River Clyde including Millport, Rothesay, Largs, Helensburgh or Dunoon. Or perhaps you want to experience the days of steam aboard one of Scotland's once famous Steam Locomotive's on a journey from Glasgow to Fort William or Mallaig. If you are interested in exploring Scotland's rich and varied history and heritage, or simply reminiscing about places and faces of days gone by you will find something here. Our range of DVD titles have been exclusively written and produced by Colin M. Liddell who as a talented cinematographer and historian devoted a lifetime to capturing, collecting and preserving some of the most rare film footage used in these unique productions. Colin s passion and knowledge in film production and history was recognised by so many throughout Scotland where he would regularly be invited to speak or share his knowledge and film archives with audiences or the press. Colin's particular favourite areas of interest included his "Lovely Valley" The Vale of Leven and the surrounding areas of Loch Lomond, Balloch, Dumbarton and Renton or his passion for steam whether it be Scottish steam railways and locomotives or concerning the days of the great Clyde Paddle Steamers and other vessels once found on and around the River Clyde and the West Coast of Scotland. It is with great pleasure that we are able to continue to share with you the memories of these nostalgic days and times for to preserve and share these moments of social history with future generations was one of Colin's great desires and achievements. Your Sincerely, Colin R Liddell Contact Us: Tel. 07887 635611 (from UK) Tel. +44 7887635611 (International) email: enquiries@videohistoryscotland.com View and Order Online at www.videohistoryscotland.com Video History Scotland all rights reserved 2014 Page 2
Video History Scotland Scottish Steamer and Maritime History Titles Paddle Steamers of Loch Lomond A fascinating account of the history of the numerous magnificent steamers on this world famous beautiful loch from 1920 until 1990. Visits to the many villages, landmarks, highland games around the shores and the awesome scenery make this DVD of interest to more than purely the Paddle Steamer enthusiasts. R/T 55mins Item code: PSLL Clyde Steamer Memories Part 1 (1872-1948) A wonderful and nostalgic journey back to the great days of the Clyde Steamer fleet and its ports around the Clyde. By 1910 major resorts had been established, including Dunoon, Rothesay on beautiful Island of Bute and Millport on the Island of Cumbrae. Wonderful footage of Glasgow and South Western s Paddle Steamer Juno tied up along the pier at Rothesay with holiday crowds thronging the pier and prom plus rare scenes of Helensburgh from the pier, 1877 PS Hero and Windsor Castle. 1878 Glasgow Fair Holidays with shots of Ben More, Carrick Castle and Marquis of Lorne, 1885 Campbell s Ben More, Eagle and Iona, 1895 Daniel Adamson and The Talisman, Jeanie Deans and Lucy Ashton, the brand new Waverley, LMS TS King Edward, Caledonia, Marchioness of Lorne, P.S. Jupiter, Loch Fyne, St Columba, Lochnevis, T.S. King George V all back or still in service after the war. R/T 55mins Item code: CSM1 Clyde Steamer Memories Part 2 (1949-1989) In home waters the Clyde passenger steamer was regarded with great affection by thousands of people who sailed Doon the Watter to the beautiful Firth on the decks of their favourite steamer. As a boy I spend many holidays sailing on these magnificent steamers. In Clyde Steamer Memories Part 2 covering the period 1949-1989 encompassing the last great era before the demise of this famous fleet of graceful ships. R/T 55mins Item code: CSM2 Clyde Steamer Memories Part 3 (1950 - late 1960 s) Further unique material of the famous Clyde Steamer Fleet from the early 1950 s until the late 1960 s. Featuring many favourite steamers including Jeanie Deans, Talisman, Duchess of Montrose, Duchess of Hamilton and Queen Mary II to name but a few. Visits to many popular Clyde resorts including Iverary, Isle of Arran and Lochgoilhead. R/T 60mins Item code: CSM3 The Golden Jubilee of the P.S. Waverley A comprehensive and fascinating visual history of this world famous Clyde pleasure paddle Steamer beginning with the laying of the keel in 1945 at A&J Inglis Shipyard. Tracing her journey and many changes of colours an owners through the decades, re-boilering and her first trips south from the Clyde. Includes some of her many calls at famous resorts and highlights the magnificent efforts made by the Paddle Steamer Preservation Society in preserving her for the pleasure of people today. R/T 82mins Item code: GJPSW Video History Scotland all rights reserved 2014 Page 3
Video History Scotland Scottish Steamer and Maritime History Titles West Highland Steamer Memories Produced from rare archive library of film and materials West Highland Steamer Memories provides a fascinating comprehensive review of the red and black funnelled ships of the David MacBrayne Steamer fleet which covered the Western Isles and the River Clyde. Includes fabulous unique shots of the famous paddle steamer "Columba" and the many other early ships of the fleet. By the year 1850 Messrs. G &J Burns owned and managed a massive shipping empire that encompassed the Glasgow - Belfast and Liverpool routes. They were the power behind the great Cunard company and another - the more lucrative West Highland Services. On the 13 th February 1851 they handed over their West Highland Services to David Hutcheson and his brother Alexander. David Hutcheson retired in 1876 followed by his brother in 1878 leaving David MacBrayne the sole owner of a famous fleet. MacBrayne a name which was to become synonymous with the Scottish Highlands and Islands for almost a 100 years. R/T 88mins Item code: WHSM Clyde Puffer Memories A fascinating insight into the activities of those once prolific fascinating little Puffers which sailed around the coast of Scotland in and around the many island ands sea lochs of the West Coast of Scotland for the best part of a century. A unique visual account using rare archive scenes of many of these hard working vessels including the original, now famous puffer the Vital Spark. R/T 30mins Item code: CPM Ships of The Clyde Glasgow made the Clyde or the Clyde made Glasgow?. Whichever came first, the River Clyde became world famous for its ships and its shipbuilders. A visual history showing the vast variety of ships starting with Clippers, Paddle Steamers, Liners, Ferries, Tugs, Hoppers, Dredgers, Freighters, Tankers, Battleships, Carriers, Destroyers and Yachts to be found on the Clyde during the period from around 1859 to 1959. R/T 60mins Item code: SOC Memories of the David MacBrayne Fleet A detailed and wonderful historical account of the numerous ships of the famous David MacBrayne line during its final decade. Featuring many of the favourite Steamers Lochfyne, King George V, Lochinver, Loch Seaforth, Claymore and many more that stir many happy memories. R/T 47mins Item code: MODF Video History Scotland all rights reserved 2014 Page 4
Video History Scotland Clyde Coast History Titles Rothesay in the Glorious 50 s Royal Rothesay Isle of Bute. Fascinating scenes of trips and holidays in this favourite Clyde resort. Filmed during the last great peak in this popular beautiful island revisit and enjoy scenes, places and events of this jewel of the Clyde resorts. R/T 25mins Item code: ROG50 Memories of Rothesay Relive the scenes, events, places and faces of this beautiful Clyde resort. Steeped in history, heritage and memories for many of us take a return trip to this famous Scottish holiday isle. R/T 74mins Item code: MOR Millport Isle of Cumbrae in the 1920 s and 1930 s The archive footage in this DVD was uncovered after more than 70 years in storage and had sadly been damaged by moisture. It has been painstakingly edited in order to bring you this historical visual record of Millport during the 1920's and 1930's. R/T 40mins Item code: MIOC Memories of Millport Isle of Cumbrae Take a trip back "Doon the watter" to this magical island that was a holiday destination for so many of us. Covering the period from 1930 to the mid 1980's relive some of the events, places and faces from this beautiful jewel of the Clyde. R/T 55mins Item code: MOM Memories of the Isle of Arran Take a nostalgic trip back in time to this beautiful Clyde island. Produced from rare personal archive material this DVD covers the events, places and faces between 1933 and 1993 on the beautiful Isle of Arran. R/T 64mins Item code: MOIA Memories of Dunoon Historical scenes, events, places and faces from a time gone by in and around Dunoon, Originally produced in celebration of the opening of the Castle House Museum by Dunoon and Cowal Heritage Society and Dunoon Pier Centenary 1898-1998. R/T 79mins Item code:mod Video History Scotland all rights reserved 2014 Page 5
Video History Scotland Scottish Highlands and Islands History Titles The Island of Colonsay in 1920's This DVD was produced from rare archive film footage that had been hidden away in storage for more than seventy years. Despite suffering from damage due to moisture in parts it has been painstakingly edited and saved in order to provide this rare historical visual record of life on the Island of Colonsay in the 1920's. R/T 20mins Item code: IOC Memories of Forres A unique opportunity to experience and witness life in Forres around the late 1930's. Visit the High Street, see the many parades, Garden Fetes and all of the events in the Forres Gala Week. R/T 30mins Item code: MOF The Heart is Highland We join the parade in Edinburgh of the world renowned "Clan Gathering" in 1950 and explore the magnificent scenery of the Scottish Highlands meeting the people who live and work in such beautiful surroundings. Plus "Scotland for Sport" In this short film we are given an introduction to the many sports now popular in the Highlands of Scotland including Skiing, Canoeing, Sailing, Mountaineering and Fishing as well as Pony Trekking or an enjoyable round of Golf on one of Scotland's famous golf courses. R/T 44mns Item code: HIH The Land of Robert Burns "The Land of Robert Burns" This film explores the countryside where Burns spent his early years. His work and pastimes, his poetry and songs which gave him worldwide fame and which compliment the beautiful scenes in this DVD. Plus "Coasts of Clyde" Costs of Clyde compliments "The Land of Robert Burns" where we sail on our favourite clyde steamer and visit the many popular resorts including Largs, Dunoon, Rothesay, Millport and Arran many of which were familiar to Robert Burns during his travels. R/T 40mins Item code:tlrb A Decade of Lanark Lanimers 1951-1961 Lanark Lanimers Day Celebrations 1951-1961. A decade of this traditional event with parades of floats, crowning of "The Queen" etc. marking another chapter of Lanark's historical past. R/T 38mins Item code:dll Video History Scotland all rights reserved 2014 Page 6
Video History Scotland Scottish Railway History Titles Locomotives of the early Scottish Railways A fascinating insight and account of the evolution of steam locomotives, their designers and the early the Scottish railway companies that formed Scotland s early steam railway transport industry starting from 1870. This DVD provides a unique combination of archive film footage of these great locomotives together with are photographs of these early locomotives and famous Scottish stations. R/T 47mins Item code: LOES Memories of Steam on the West Highland Line Researched, written and produced by Colin M. Liddell using rare archive footage these unique titles capture some the history and nostalgia of Scottish railways during previous century. Take a journey from Glasgow to Fort William or Glasgow to Oban aboard one of the great steam locomotives follow the West Highland line with all of the stops along this beautiful scenic route. The West Highland Line was opened to the public on the 7th August, 1894 followed by an official ceremony at Fort William on the 11th August 1894. This production uses rare black and white archive footage which was shot in the late 1950's just before the withdrawal of steam by British Railways. R/T 18mins Item code: MOSWL Memories of Steam in Scotland A truly fascinating and historic account on DVD of the last days of the magnificent steam trains featuring three famous Glasgow railway stations, Buchanan Street, St.Enoch and Central Station. Additional shots around Central Scotland culminating in a trip by steam from Glasgow to Oban and Mallaig on the West Highland line by two famous locomotives which are now preserved in the Glasgow Riverside Museum of Transport. Researched, written and produced by Colin M. Liddell using rare railway archive footage these unique railway DVD titles capture some the rail history and nostalgia of British and Scottish railways and British rail steam locomotives during the previous century. 150 years of the history of Scotland's and British steam trains, locomotives and early railway companies. Narrated by Ian Anderson R/T 50mins Item code: MOSS Scenes of Old Springburn At the beginning of the 19th century Springburn was a mere wooded hamlet with a few scattered cottages and the odd mansion house of the rich Glasgow merchants. By the middle of the century this area had become the hub of the Caledonian and North British Railway Companies and the factories of two great private builders of steam locomotives for the railways of the world. Around these workshops had grown up a whole community with every man, woman and child dependent directly or indirectly upon the production of steam locomotives. This DVD provides an insight into life in Springburn in its industrial heyday. Springburn - Railway Metropolis of the world. R/T 34mins Item code: SOS Video History Scotland all rights reserved 2014 Page 7
Video History Scotland The Vale of Leven and Dumbarton History Titles Memories of The Vale of Leven (Part 1) The lovely valley..."there's a Valley nestles neatly neath the shadow of the hills. Its beauty and its splendour with joy my bosom thrills. If you ask the lonely exile, who has left it for a while. To name the spot he loves the best, he'll answer with a smile. It's the Valley, the Lovely Valley, where the Leven flows". Rare footage reveals scenes, places and events from the late 1940's to the early 1950's of The Vale of Leven and its towns and places including Alexandria, Balloch, Renton, Loch Lomond and Bonhill. R/T 55mins Item code: MOV1 Memories of The Vale of Leven (Part 2) They may sing o'green mountains an' clear sparkling fountains. Or boast o'fair waters beyond the blue sea. But they never, no never, the union can sever. That lies, Lovely Valley,'tween this bosom and thee. Rare footage reveals scenes, places and events from the late 1940's to the early 1950's of The Vale of Leven and its towns and places including Alexandria, Balloch, Renton, Loch Lomond and Bonhill. Running time tbc Rare footage reveals scenes, places and events from the late 1940's to the early 1950's of The Vale of Leven and its towns and places including Alexandria, Balloch, Renton, Loch Lomond and Bonhill. R/T 55mins Item code: MOV2 Memories of The Vale of Leven (Part 3) "Oh, where is the land that can boast so fair. As the Queen of Scotch Lakes, 'midst our pure mountain air? Tis not the Rhine Valley that any could even. To the beautiful scenes of the Vale of the Leven. James Shanks. R/T 55mins Item code: MOV3 Memories of The Vale of Leven (Part 4) "With joy my heart is always dancing. No other part is so entrancing. As in The Valley, The Lovely Valley. Where the Leven flows. R/T 70mins Item code: MOV4 Scenes of Old Helensburgh Events, faces and places from times gone by in old Helensburgh. An ever popular destination for holiday and day trippers both relive the moments and scenes of this memorable Clyde town and resort. R/T 36mins Item code: SOH Video History Scotland all rights reserved 2014 Page 8
Video History Scotland The Vale of Leven and Dumbarton History Titles Memories of Dumbarton Over the past four decades Dumbarton has seen so many changes. With rare film from our archive collection combined with that from other sources we have attempted to show the many changes that have taken place in and around the town. I hope that you the viewer will enjoy recounting some of these happy times from these scenes which depict part of Dumbarton's history. R/T 65mins Item code: MODum Dumbarton s Yesterday s (1920-1950) Dumbarton can boast a long and exciting part in the history of Scotland. In this DVD we help you to recall some of the events, people and places in and around the town of Dumbarton over three decades (1950-1980). R/T 72mins Item code: DY Babcock of Dumbarton Babcock and Wilcox opened the Dumbarton factory close to the site of the earlier Kosmold Factory in 1910. This DVD gives you the unique opportunity to witness the processes involved in the manufacture of seamless steel tubes required for the construction of the world famous Babcock boilers. This was yet another example of a company and its workforce that promoted Dumbarton to globally. R/T 30mins Item code: BOD Video History Scotland all rights reserved 2014 Page 9
Video History Scotland Other History Titles Scottish Bus and Coach Memories 1906-2006 In this DVD we provide an insight into the development of public transport in Scotland. From the horse drawn coach to the luxury coaches of today with details of the numerous private companies and range of makes and models of bus vehicles over the last 100 years. R/T 56mins Item code: SBCM Take Your Partner A short history of Scottish Country Dancing showing a variety of dances, costumes and basic steps and techniques which have been passed down from generation to generation forming the basis for the dances that we enjoy today. R/T 25mins Item code: TYP Memories of Meccano & Hornby Trains, Dinky Toys A fascinating history of Meccano Ltd of Binns Road in Liverpool who were to become world famous toy makers. In this DVD we see examples of the Meccano range, Hornby Trains, Dinky Toys and Supertoys. I hope that you the viewer enjoy reliving some happy childhood memories from the past as these scenes unfold. R/T 40mins Item code: MOMHT Video History Scotland all rights reserved 2014 Page