Derek Johnson, Eel Catcher
1986 , Acle (Norfolk)
Cat no. 682
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A local record of eel catcher, Derek Johnson, at work in his boat.
In the early morning, Derek Johnson sets off down the River Bure in his small motor boat, passing a ruined windmill. As he gathers in his catch of eels, Derek describes the routine of laying the nets overnight, pulling them in before the river traffic becomes busy, and then exporting the eels to Holland.
Featured Buildings
Ruined windmill on River Bure
Keywords
Eel catching; Eels
Intertitles
Acle, 1986.
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Maker : David Cleveland
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Camera : David Cleveland
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Other : Interviewer, David Cleveland
Manifestations
Derek Johnson, Eel Catcher
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Locations: Acle (Norfolk)
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Description Type: monographic
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Subject: River Bure / Derek Johnson / eel catching / windmills
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