Fernilee video added

Fernilee video added

Walk 14 around Fernilee Reservoir starts from the main car park. Click here to view the video, along with detailed directions and photos. I’ve just added the video for walk 14: an easy, four-mile circular stroll around Fernilee Reservoir, with an additional...
Goyt’s Bridge to music

Goyt’s Bridge to music

This short video of Goyt’s Bridge is taken from the longer 1932 cine film (click to view original). As well as editing it down, I’ve also added some background music. The clip shows views around the stepping stones and...
Fernilee inauguration

Fernilee inauguration

Above: Construction ‘navvies’ pictured in their well-stocked pub, conveniently situated next to their temporary housing on the Valentine Road from Fernilee. This 1932 silent film records the Inauguration ceremony for the start of construction of Fernilee...
Goyt’s Bridge to music

Goyt’s Bridge before the flood

Above: A wonderful photo of a well-dressed family crossing the stepping stones in Goyt’s Bridge, heading towards the packhorse bridge. This silent film was one of two taken in 1932, during the construction of Fernilee Reservoir. Click to play. And click the...