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The Wedding of Billy and Joyce 25 March 1950
Congratulations to the happy couple! A lovely record of a special day in Lancaster.
Home movie 1950 9 mins Silent
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Overview
This beautifully shot colour film takes us to a special family event. We arrive with the bridal party and guests at the Greaves Methodist Church in Lancaster for the wedding ceremony. When the happy couple have emerged from the church, it's off to the Kings Arms Hotel for the reception, and then the departure of the confetti-strewn newlyweds, waved off on honeymoon by family and friends.
Original title
Wedding of Billy and Joyce 25 March 1950
Genres
Home movie
Released
1950
Country
United Kingdom
Location
Lancaster
Language
English
Subjects
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