Interlude films were used to "fill-in" gaps in the television schedule, either when there was a technical breakdown (valve technology was prone to breakdown frequently), or, in the early days of post-war television, to allow changes between studios.
This film footage is from the Archive Collection held and administered by the Alexandra Palace Television Society.
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This song used in this legendary interlude is "Messing About On The River" as performed by Josh McRae.
MisterTrimble 2 years ago