The East Anglian Film Archive, the first and largest Regional Film Archive in England, was established in 1976. Since 1984, EAFA has been owned and operated by the University of East Anglia, Norwich (UEA), to support research and work to preserve our moving image heritage. More than 250 hours are freely available online as examples of the wide range of film which attracts interest the world over.
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Sailing at Burnham Overy
The Plume family in their little sailing boat, the Daisy Belle, at Burnham Overy with Mavis Plume showing off some of her swimwear collection.
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Overview
The adventures of the Plume family from Wisbech, holidaying at Burnham Overy. With Dad, Derrick, behind the camera, filming mum Mavis and their two sons Paul and David. Following a mock launching ceremony, Mavis and children navigate the shallow waterways of Burnham Overy in their little sailing boat, the Daisy Belle.
Notice the (swimming) costume changes throughout the film – you could say that Mrs Plume had a fondness for swimwear! Over the years she collected more than 500 items. Her swimsuit collection was donated, and can now be viewed at Southend Museums.
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