Indoor Games near Newbury

Do you remember your first love? John Betjeman’s verse captures the weight of childhood passion, read by the poet himself

Past Bussock Bottom, Tussock Wood and Windy Break lies Wendy’s party. John Betjeman captured the unbearable weight of a childhood romance in his poem, Indoor Games Near Newbury. The verse is brought to life in this film with great attention to period details. The poet’s participation is hopefully an indication of his direct input in the interpretation.