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 expand logo (bottom right) to view in full screen.
It shows the picturesque, southern part of the Goyt Valley, including the hamlet of Goyt’s Bridge which now lies submerged beneath the waters.
The second video shows the inauguration ceremony for the construction of Fernilee Reservoir. Click here to view it.
Update: I’ve posted a shorter version of this film set to music. Click here to view it.
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