Thames and Streets of Newham

Enjoy this scenic tour of the Thames, garnished with a gripping speedboat race. Then, explore the streets of Newham as a palette-cleanser.

Stirring music sets the stage for a tranquil trip through the Thames, as Tower Bridge looms overhead. Boats and barges populate the river as they pass through the docks. The tour kicks into gear with a race: speed boats slicing through the water in an adrenaline-fueled fight for the finish. The footage transitions to a display of the golden Mayoral chains before a peaceful promenade through Newham. A snapshot of passing life provides an intimate window into the borough.

This film is from the collection of Newham Local History Resource Centre, a member of the London's Screen Archives Network.