Blackpool Promenade

The seaside town in all its glory, full of delights for locals and holidaymakers.

This captivating early film - by an unknown filmmaker - offers a glimpse of glorious Blackpool and the many delights it offers holidaymakers. From Jan Hurst's orchestra at the Grand Pavilion and a stroll along the promenade to donkey rides on the beach and some rather uncanny talking dolls to entertain the children, this charming short travelogue has it all. The real treat, though, are the close-ups of gleeful beachgoers enjoying themselves, which could almost - changing fashions not withstanding - have been taken yesterday.