Northern Ireland Screen's Digital Film Archive is a free public access resource for teachers, students, historians and anyone who has an interest in moving images. Spanning from 1897 to the present day, the films in the Digital Film Archive cover all aspects of life in Northern Ireland and includes everything from dramas to documentaries, newsreels and features, animation to amateur footage.
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The Private Museum of Mr Laverty
Travel to Ballycastle and discover what connects Lord Nelson, Marie Antoinette and Hermann Goring to this coastal town.
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Overview
What private collections are hidden in a Ballycastle hotel? Meet Mr Laverty and discover what relics of European history are in this hotelier’s care. Find out which of his treasures are kept locked away from all but the prying eyes of Ulster Television news. From carriage wheels to gun runners’ rifles there’s plenty to keep you guessing.
Before becoming a beloved presenter Leslie Dawes was a professional football player for his home team Norwich City. This material is courtesy of the UTV Archive.
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