Coronation Procession

Local firms took part in Norwich's Coronation parade in 1953. One of the highlights being Laurence Scott's replica of HMS Britannia as it 'cruised' the city streets.

Filmed from 2 vantage points in the city centre - on Gentleman's Walk and Riverside Road by local cameraman E.C. Legrice, undampened by the drizzle, spirits are high as crowds jam the pavements to catch a glimpse of the creative floats as they tour the streets as a tribute to the new Queen. Norwich engineering firm, Laurence Scott launch their very own 'HMS Britannia' whilst other well known firms such as Colman's, R G Carter and Boulton & Paul make imaginative contributions.