More old cine footage. Though I live in Walsall Wood, I grew up in Rushall. This clip shows just how big a deal Rushall Carnival was in the 70s, and that it took in more of Rushall too: the floats are heading into the industrial estate in Westgate, right on the fringes of Rushall. Look at the crowds lining the streets…
There’s a lot of effort gone into the floats, and a fair few of them. In those days, it rivaled Pelsall’s carnival.
I notice that the aforementioned lorry from Reg Edwards’ coal yard appears briefly at around 2:15- they provided it every year.
What kind of gun were the Sea Scouts hauling?
Not a clue.
Great clip and a big suprise to see myself and family in the crowd. Thanks for posting it.
oh the memories come flooding back..i lived just off station road in rushall. so i was a harden or rushall kid.i remember growing up with the carnivals. pelsall,rushall,bloxwich. beer tents open all day. hot summers days.. i moved to brownhills 21 years ago.used to walk the dog in chasewater as it is in your video.. great times.. keep them coming.. regards..
Thanks to all for the positive comments and Bob for the link. It’s a pleasure doing this when you get some feedback.