For Sunshine and Health

The first part of this clip portrays Bexhill beach as a popular visitor attraction in the 1960s. The beach is packed with holiday makers. The film then switches to the De La Warr pavilion and explains why it is so popular with visitors.

This clip is taken from the promo film 'A Summer Memory of Bexhill-on-Sea', produced in 1960.

Clip length: 1 minute 7 seconds.

Make a Splash!

This clip takes a look at Bexhill seaside. It states the reasons why people love to visit Bexhill - not crowded, health giving properties, no dangerous groynes or rocks. The scene then switches to people playing cricket on the sand and children splashing around in shallow rock pools.

This clip is taken from the promo film 'A Summer Memory of Bexhill-on-Sea', produced in 1960.

Clip length: 1 minute 30 seconds.

Bexhill Carnival Fun

This clip takes a look at Bexhill's Carnival. The carnival procession travels through the streets of Bexhill to the Polegrove where thousands of people gather to watch displays and demonstrations a plenty. The scene then switches to an amazing 60ft fire jump routine. Health and safety, anyone?

This clip is taken from the promo film 'A Summer Memory of Bexhill-on-Sea', produced in 1960.

Clip length: 1 minute.

Egerton Park

"Fun and enjoyment there certainly is!" This clip shows an afternoon of children's sports at Egerton Park. Children and parents take part in events. The scene then switches to the boating lake with children and adults having fun in their boats.

This clip is taken from the promo film 'A Summer Memory of Bexhill-on-Sea', produced in 1960.

Clip length: 1 minute 18 seconds.

Devonshire Road

This clip shows the tree-lined Devonshire Road. It talks about how convenient the shopping area is.

This clip is taken from the promo film 'A Summer Memory of Bexhill-on-Sea', produced in 1960.

Clip length: 23 seconds.

Bexhill Pageant

The first part of the film shows the mayor and other dignitaries laying wreaths at the town's war memorial, followed by a parade through the streets. The second part of the film shows scenes from a pageant dramatising historical events associated with Bexhill.
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