Bournemouth Pier captured on film
Our Pier is a unique history project capturing living memories and the oral history of Bournemouth Pier for future generations.
Bournemouth Pier has a long history within the community and has played a vital role in the region's tourism. The pier is used as a symbol of identity for the town and hosts a range of events from races, carnivals, fairs, concerts to firework displays. Yet its heritage is unexplored and its prominent place within the community is not celebrated. This project will bring to life the wealth of memories from the past and capture the story of this amazing landmark. With thousands of tourists visiting each year, the film will inspire them with a fascinating look into local history, true stories and romantic tales and breathe life into a pier which most local people use without a second thought.
The project is funded by the Heritage Lottery Fund and Bournemouth Borough Council Arts Grant. The production will unite talented young people, the local community and award-winning filmmakers to seek out untold stories using the magic of the movies to celebrate Bournemouth's most renowned landmark. Integrated into the production is an active learning experience for young people and lifelong learning for adults, bringing a practical history project to life and leaving a legacy of new skills for the future.
For more cast and crew information please visit the project website here
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