Worshipful Companies: Livery Halls (1985)

A documentary about ‘The Stationers Company’ and newspaper makers’ history, at Stationers Hall, in London. An interview with the archivist working there

Great Western Railway [Part 1] (1985)

A documentary about the Great Western railway company, recounting its history since the days of the legendary engineer Isambard Kingdom Brunel and the first train journey in June 1833.

Great Western Railway [Part 2] (1985)

A documentary about the ‘Great Western’ railway company. History and comments

Policing the Joint: a report on policing drugs (1985)

Despite the Government’s recently launched anti-drugs campaign, dealing continues, in some cases under the noses of police officers on the beat. In this programme Angie Bray reports on life in the All...

No go city: how close (1985)

A report/documentary about crime in London.

Count Basie - His life and times (1985)

Keith Howell looks at the life and times of the great American band leader and pianist who died a year ago (1984).

The Blue Riband...33 years on (1985)

A documentary about the ‘Blue Riband’ award recieved by the ship with the record for the fastest transatlantic crossing.

Memories of Bing: a tribute to Bing Crosby (1985)

A documentary about the life and career of Bing Crosby, a Hollywood star

Happy Birthday Jack (1985)

aka: The story of John George Phillips - Chief Wireless Operator on board the SS Titanic

John George Phillips was the Chief Wireless Operator on board the SS Titanic. This programme, best described as a radio ballad, looks at the events leading up to the sinking of the ‘Titanic’ through the...

Welcome to Blackpool (1985)

A documentary about the town Blackpool, and all its attractions for holiday makers. Interviews with residents and visitors.