Thamesmead, 1970

Description: This film looks at the building of Thamesmead by the GLC -- including Stages 1 and 2. It shows the architectural plans and models; the planning of transport and shopping provision; the landscaping work etc. Looks at the input of the Greater London Council, through the Thamesmead Committee. Shows the first family to move in, the completion of the first tower block, and a meeting of the Residents' Association. Date: 1970 Reference No: GLC/DG/PRB/11/022/004 Collection: GLC This film is part of the collections at The London Archives, a public research centre which specialises in the history of London. If you haven't visited an archive before, it's a little bit like a library but with one key difference; the majority of items in an archive are unique, handwritten documents which cannot be seen anywhere else. We care for and provide access to the historical archives of businesses, schools, hospitals, charities and all manner of other organisations from the London area. With 100km of books, maps, photographs, films and documents dating back to 1067 in our strong rooms, we're proud to provide access to one of the finest city archives in the world - you could call it the memory of London. This channel provides highlights from our film and video collections and films which we have created. Find out more at www.thelondonarchives.org and explore our film clips, photographs, maps and prints of London at www.londonpicturearchive.org.uk