South Shields Carnival (1927)

Item title reads: South Shield s Newcastle, Tyne and Wear View from above of a parade. A banner reads Tyneside Sports Club Jazz Band with musicians marching along street, which is lined by onlookers on a sunny day. The crowd are seen on the promenade, with the sea in the background. Shots of Mayor and officials. A mock wedding takes place, with a King and Queen in medieval costume. Two children in medieval costume present bouquets to the lady. She gives the child a kiss. The Mayor, in official robes, presents a huge key to the King and cuts a tape to opens the gala. A procession of guests and the wedding couple, walk along promenade watched by the crowd. Page boys carry the Queen s train. Note: nice little kiss for the child. FILM A VIDEO FROM BRITISH PATHÉ. EXPLORE OUR ONLINE CHANNEL, BRITISH PATHÉ TV. IT S FULL OF GREAT DOCUMENTARIES, FASCINATING INTERVIEWS, AND CLASSIC MOVIES. FOR LICENSING ENQUIRIES VISIT