Prescot 1927: Watch the Town Turn Out in This Rare Silent Film

Step back in time to 1927 Prescot. In this episode of Up Street, Any Road, we explore a rare piece of local history—a forgotten 6-minute silent film discovered in a projection room at Birkenhead Town Hall. This footage captures a remarkable "Walking Day" procession of over 1,500 Sunday School scholars. From the fashion of the roaring twenties and cloche hats to the faces of our own ancestors, this video offers a unique window into life in Prescot during the interwar years. In this video, we cover: [00:04:45] The grand procession led by Canon John Lovett. [00:05:06] Historical context on the Prescot Parish Church War Memorial. [00:08:44] A look at 1920s fashion and the iconic "cloche" hat. [00:09:44] Rare behind-the-scenes footage of the original film crew. [00:13:49] A personal memory: My own experience on this very corner in 1967. Help us archive history: Do you recognise any of the faces in the crowd? Many of these people are the ancestors of current Prescot residents. If you spot a family member or recognise a landmark, please let us know in the comments below—I'd love to piece together the stories behind these faces. Connect with us: Subscribe to MADE IN PRESCOTIA for more local heritage projects. Explore our playlists for more historical deep dives. #Prescot #LocalHistory #1920s #VintageFilm #MerseysideHistory #UpStreetAnyRoad #UrbanCanvas #WalkingDay