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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Shooting Gentleman
It might be considered a rather unusual passion for a rural clergyman but the Vicarage in East Dereham was home to Canon Noel Boston and his spectacular sporting gun collection.
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Overview
Anglia's 'Here and Now' series was always keen to report on unusual stories and people in the region and Canon Boston was certainly worth a visit. He talks a cautious reporter through his collection of sporting guns - some dating back to the 15th century. Norfolk is home to many large estates where driven shoots take place and in the mid 60s a number of local gunsmiths were kept busy throughout the county.
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