Most Popular John Shearman Trailers
Total trailers found: 24
Seaspeed Story Trailer (1970)
01 January 1970
A study of the development of British Rail's hovercraft services in the Solent and across the Channel, using SRN6, HM2 and SRN4 air-cushion vehicles.
Rail Report 5 Trailer (1965)
01 January 1965
Behind Britain's railway modernisation lies research, design and development. Research ensures in various ways that passengers travel fast, safely and in comfort.
London Ride Trailer (1972)
01 January 1972
Everyday except Christmas London Transport run coach tours of London. The tours start from Victoria and from Piccadilly Circus; there is no booking and little waiting; they are popular with visitors of all nationalities, and they let you see the sights in comfort, though rarely with so well-orchestrated a musical accompaniment as David Fanshawe's.
British Rails Are Long and Fast Trailer (1969)
01 January 1969
Intended as a sales tool for manufacturers, this short film details the production installation and maintenance for long welded track in use on British Railways.
The Victoria Line Report No. 5: London's Victoria Line Trailer (1969)
02 January 1969
The final episode of five reports on the construction of the Victoria Line in London. This one is edited highlights from the first four with very little new information.
Train Time Trailer (1952)
01 January 1952
A short documentary about the transportation of goods and livestock by train around the UK.
Safe on the Track? Trailer (1969)
01 January 1969
Intended for training railway permanent way men, capturing how men working on the track react as a train approaches.
Multiple Aspects Trailer (1969)
01 January 1969
Captures the work of completely modernising and remodelling the track and signal approaches to Paddington Station in five weeks, showing the important co-ordination, planning and interdepartmental co-operation.
Freight and a City Trailer (1966)
02 January 1966
The City of Sheffield is renewing itself, but until recently Sheffield's railway network exemplified the confusion and inefficiency created by competitive railway expansion in Victorian times.
Solutions? Trailer (1972)
01 January 1972
A musical illustration of life, where road traffic chaos breeds anger and frustration, but the rail network is fast, smooth and relaxing.
How They Dug the Victoria Line Trailer (1969)
03 March 1969
First transmitted in 1969, this documentary follows the construction of the world’s most advanced underground system.
Having a Fresh Look Trailer (1971)
01 January 1971
A look at Derby's Railway Technical Centre, which exists to apply science to the practical problems arising from a changing railway system which has its roots in the past.
The Class 86 Locomotive Trailer (1970)
01 January 1970
Training film for drivers on the introduction of the new locomotive.
Diesel Power on British Railways Trailer (1965)
02 January 1965
British Railways operate the largest diesel fleet in westen Europe. Close co-operation between the locomotive manufacturers and the railways has led to the development of many different types of engine for different purposes, and the wide range in service on British Railways are demonstrated in this film.
Careful Charlie! Trailer (1970)
01 January 1970
An animated film on safety, featuring 'Charlie', a cartoon railwayman.
A Mug’s Game, Or, How to Squash a Lemon Head Trailer (1967)
01 January 1967
A stop-motion animation aimed at young people, discouraging vandalism on railway lines, by pointing out the dangers.
There Go the Boats Trailer (1951)
01 January 1951
An historical account looking at how Britain's canals were used, and declining, in 1951.
Inland Waterways Trailer (1950)
01 June 1950
A BAFTA nominated documentary on the canals of England illustrated by a journey from London to Birmingham produced for the staff of the Docks and Inland Waterways Executive.
Prospects of Ireland Trailer (1970)
01 January 1970
Film showcasing the tourist attractions, culture and natural beauty of Ireland.
Lost, Stolen, Damaged Trailer (1964)
02 January 1964
Lost, Stolen, Damaged - the constant £2 million a year problem of claims against British Railways is debated in this film, in which railwaymen, transport police and businessmen put their different points of view vividly and sometimes provocatively.
Driving Technique: Part 1 - Passenger Trains Trailer (1964)
01 January 1964
A BAFTA award winning documentary focussing on how drivers are trained to drive new electric trains in the UK.
The Liver Fluke in Great Britain Trailer (1949)
01 January 1949
A BAFTA award nominated documentary for farmers showing the life cycle of the liver fluke - the cause of liver rot in sheep.
