David Govier, Archives+ Heritage Collection Manager, talks about the new Archives+ partnership at Manchester Central Library.

David Govier, Archives+ Heritage Collection Manager, talks about the new exhibition space for the Archives+ partnership at Manchester Central Library.

Horses played a crucial role in the First World War, and millions were deployed with troops on the battlefronts and behind the lines. Here are some of them in action from the North West Film Archive collection. This short film was created to mark the return of the NT production of War Horse to The Lowry; and War Horse Close Up when Joey visits Manchester Central Library and Archives+ on 26th July.

Scenes from the first Alexandra Park Pageant, 27 June 1970 on a rainy day in Moss Side. Views of the procession through the park, a five-a-side football match, and Irish and Morris dancing demonstrations. A fashion show featuring traditional Indian dress is held in one of the marquees.

NWFA Film No. 6100
Title: [Alexandra Park Pageant, 27 June 1970]
Producer: Unknown
Date: 1970
colour, silent, std8mm

This film is preserved at the North West Film Archive, Manchester Metropolitan University

Former resident Kevin Gallagher shares his memories of an area of Miles Platting, Manchester, known as the 'Tripe Colony', that was demolished in 1994. Includes shots of deserted streets, boarded up windows and derelict buildings.

Source
Film Number: 1983
Title: The Tripe Colony
Producer: Mark Westcott
Date: 1994
colour, sound, 4m 30s
North West Film Archive at Manchester Metropolitan University