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Opening Of The Reconstructed South Quay

1954 , King's Lynn (Norfolk)

Cat no. 842

The importance of King's Lynn to shipping after the Second World War is underlined by the opening of the new South Quay on 26th April, 1954.

A sign on the A47 points the way to Lynn, followed by views of South Gate, Greyfriars Tower, Red Mount Chapel, St Margaret's Church, the Guildhall of St George, the Town Hall/Trinity Guildhall complex (including the Municipal Buildings, built in 1895, and Jacobean porch of the Trinity Guildhall from 1624), the south entrance of St Nicholas' Church and the Custom House, King Street. At South Quay cargo shipping, cranes and warehouses set the scene. At Purfleet Quay, the official party including the Mayor, the Rt Hon. Lord Wise, board the motor launch, Robert Taylor. The vessel proceeds downstream to South Quay where crowds and a newsreel van are waiting. The Mayor disembarks and performs the opening ceremony. The film closes with the unfurling of various flags and shots of a commemorative plaque and decorated vessels.

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South Gate; Greyfriars Tower; Red Mount Chapel; St Margaret's Church; Guildhall of St George; St Nicholas' Church; Custom House, King Street.

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Opening of the South Quay, King's Lynn

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Cargoes; Opening ceremonies; Ports; Quays; Shipping

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Opening Of The Reconstructed South Quay

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