Battling Barges

Synopsis

A series of interviews with Thames barge captains, an investigation of organisations preserving barges and a brief history of barges on the Thames. Shows highlights of a Thames Match barge race, filmed on board three of the competing barges, a race first run in 1863.

Language

English

Country

Great Britain

Medium

Video; Videocassette. VHS. col. 28 min.

Year of production

1999

Availability

Sale; 1999 sale: £12.00 (inclusive)

Subjects

History

Keywords

barges; London; rivers

Credits

Cast

Richard Heffer

Sponsor

Name

Port of London Authority

Distributor

Name

Port of London Authority

Phone

020 7265 2656

Fax

020 7265 2699

Address

Devon House
58-60 St Katherine’s Way
London E1 9LP