R101 Airship - Ship of Dreams

A 28 min recent BBC program looking at all aspects of the R101 by descendants of the original crew.
10472 views

Tattoo Studio Controversy

A tattoo studio has opened in Ampthill and has been subjected to a hate campaign
7511 views

Brickmaking in Bedfordshire 1921

A 19 min cine film. The earliest of a series of 7 films showing brickmaking over a number of years in the 20th century.
7363 views

Ampthill Strip Club - ITV Report

An ITV Anglia report on the proposed strip club for Ampthill.
6645 views

Brickmaking in Bedfordshire 1938

A 15 min cine film. The 3rd of a series of 7 films showing brickmaking over a number of years in the 20th century.
6556 views

Ampthill Calendar Boys

Are you a hunk? Fancy being a nude model in a charity calendar? It's all done in the best possible taste!
6305 views

Ampthill Calendar Girls

A daring group of Mums produce a tasteful nude calendar to raise funds for the Samantha Dickson Brain Tumour Trust
6028 views

Pram Race 1990

A 12 min film of the annual Pram Race from Maulden to Ampthill.
5403 views

R101 Airship

A 27 min old film showing the building, maiden voyage and destruction of the R101 Airship.
5287 views

The Funeral of Fran Andel

Fran Andel, tireless inspirational campaigner for preserving Ampthill lost her 22-year fight against cancer on July 10th 2012.
5153 views

Chris Hayes discusses Ampthill on 3CR

ATV goes behind the scenes at BBC Three Counties Radio to video his interview with Nick Coffer
5039 views

13th Three Legged Race

Join in the fun of the 13th Three Legged Beer Race which this year raised nearly £3,000 for charity.
5012 views

Ampthill Zoo

A 2 min cine film of the animals at the Zoo at Ampthill House in 1912.
5010 views

History Forum Walk 2000

A 14 min video of a walk for Baptist Ladies featuring the Alameda, War Memorial, old cottages and Market Square.
4975 views

Anglia News - Chimney Demolition

A 10 min video of a news item showing demolition of the chimneys at Coronation Works, Stewartby in 1980.
4799 views

Groups 2012 Outvoted

Outvoted, runner up in the Redbourne School Battle of the Bands play at the 2012 Ampthill Festival Gala day.
4795 views

AmpRocks 2012 - The Feeling

A 35 min video of The Feeling headlining at AmpRocks 2012. Video includes their latest song 'Anchor'
4765 views

1st Three Legged Beer Race

A 16min film of the 1st 3 Legged Beer Race in April 2000, to raise funds for a solar powered water pump for Gambia.
4659 views

News Update - The Hide Wine Bar

The Hide, a new wine bar has opened in Woburn Street, Ampthill. Chris Hayes attended the opening night.
4485 views

English Country Music Weekend

English Country Music, step dancing, jew's harp, sessions in local pubs
4435 views

Ampthill Newsweek - 29th December 2013

A look back at the highlights of 2013, the ATV Xmas Party & the 2013 outtakes presented by Ampthilltv Howie
4387 views

Lap Dancing Club discussed on 3CR

Matthew Dear appears on Iain Lee's show along with Cllr James Jameson
4386 views

Robert Daws - Richard

Robert Daws plays Richard in a short film about the rise and decline of an ordinary man. Filmed entirely in Ampthill.
4350 views

Ampthill in1969 / 1970

A 10 min cine film of a 'Bypass' protest and some Town Cente developments.
4303 views

BBC 3CR discuss the Lap Dancing Club

A very lively debate on 3CR involving differing opinions about the Lap Dancing Club
4278 views

Big in Brazil

Big in Brazil play for a fundraiser in aid of the Parkside Hall.
4266 views

Exit Stage Left discussed on 3CR

Adam Croft & Robert Daws discuss the new studio and the production of Exit Stage Left on 3CR
4261 views

Ampthill Festival 2010

A 32 min video of the parade, Gala Day & a quick look at this years groups.
4254 views

- Ampthill Newsweek - 7th April 2013

Read by Mandy Prest featuring Ampthill RFC v Sutton Coldfield, Albion Beer Festival, Beds Crime & more
4238 views

Calendar Girl's Presentation Evening

The Ampthill Calendar Girls present a cheque for £13,200 to their Brain Tumour charity.
4177 views

Russell School Maypole Dance

A 6 min cine film of 0t the pupils dancing in the School playing field.
4122 views

Chucklefoot on CBeebies

Local one man band Chucklefoot appears on ZingZillas, a CBeebies program.
4068 views

Clophill Scarecrow Festival 2017

Clophill Scarecrow Festival is held every September and attracts a large number of entries in three different categories. Amazing innovation!
4065 views

Fireworks 2012

ATV joins 4000 people in Ampthill Park for a spectacular firework display opened by Beds gold medal winner Etienne Stott
4059 views

Queen's Head on BBC Andrew Marr

Controversy over the Queens Head Sign has reached the BBC's Andrew Marr Program
4052 views

Brickmaking in Bedfordshire 1980

A 35 min cine film. The 6th of a series of 7 films showing brickmaking over a number of years in the 20th century.
4032 views

- Ampthill Newsweek - 20th October 2013

Read by Rose Whiteley covering Grape Harvest, Pie Festival, Jewellery Roadshow, Ampthill Fireworks
4022 views

Chucklefoot on Justins House

Local one man band Chucklefoot appears in two episodes of Justins House, a CBeebies program.
4015 views

Robert Daws - Roger Roger 1

Robert plays Sam Mountjoy, here consoling his dead business partners widow Tina.
4006 views

Pram Race 2000

An 18 min film of the annual Pram Race from Maulden to Ampthill.
3968 views

Dexter Cattle re-introduced into Park

Ampthill Park Development Manager Gary Quilter explains the reasons behind the re-introduction.
3924 views

Ampthill Newsweek 20th January 2013

Cllr Mark Smith presents the program looking at a Traveller site for Maulden, snow in Ampthill & other news.
3908 views

Zonita Cinema Relaunch

The original Zonita shut in 1960 but it has now been resurrected in the Parkside Hall.
3888 views

Mickey Mouse Golf Trophy

In May 2000, an annual match between the Old Sun & the Rugby Club was played at the 3 Locks Golf Course.
3884 views

- Ampthill Newsweek - 25th August 2013

Read by Sinead Gray covering Ampthill Street Watch, Tiger Moths, Meppershall Crop Fire, Coopers Hill Beetles & more
3874 views

Groups 2011 Lawrence Bray

Lawrence Bray plays at the 2011 Ampthill Festival
3865 views

Ampthill Cricket Club - 1960s

A 2 min cine film of their ground in the Park.
3858 views

'Prince Charles' reads Ampthill Weather

Not to be outdone by the BBC, Ampthill Weather Stn gets 'Prince Charles' to read the forecast.
3819 views

Calendar Boys Launch Day

ATV joins the Calendar Boys as they launch their charity calendar in aid of Everyman Men's Cancer
3813 views

Ampthill Newsweek 17th March 2013

Read by Chris Treacey covering Red Nose Day, the White Hart auction & 400 further houses for Flitwick
3797 views

The Folk n Ska Souls

The Folk n Ska Souls play at the 2010 Ampthill Festival
3772 views

Park Proms 2012 Ampthill Concert Orchestra

The highlights of Ampthill Concert Orchestra's 2012 Proms performance including fireworks.
3758 views

AmpRocks 2010 Pauline Black

Pauline Black plays at AmpRocks 2010.
3747 views

- Ampthill Newsweek - 26th May 2013

Read by Saul Mahoney covering Ampthill 3 legged race, Bungee jumping at the Old Sun, RAF signals museum
3745 views

AmpRocks 2011 Lightning Seeds

The Lightning Seeds top the bill at AmpRocks 2011.
3730 views

- Ampthill Newsweek - 5th May 2013

Read by Liz Perry. An exclusive report as work starts at the Parkside Hall & join us at the Redborne School Prom
3719 views

Park Proms 2011 - Highlights

A brief look back at the 2011 Proms as a reminder not to miss this year's event!
3717 views

Brickmaking in Bedfordshire 1970

A 15 min cine film. The 5th of a series of 7 films showing brickmaking over a number of years in the 20th century.
3706 views

Ampthill Newsweek 24th March 2013

Read by Mandy Trodden covering local firm wins big contract, another fire at recycling plant, Shorts celebrate 87yrs
3698 views

Remembrance Day Parade 2012

On Remembrance Sunday, the good people of Ampthill gather at the war memorial to pay their respects.
3691 views

- Ampthill Newsweek - 6th October 2013

Rd by Rob Impey. AmpRocks nominated for awards, film of contents of Avenue House, Emily Atack opens estate agency & more
3687 views

Ampthill Park Hub Official Opening

ATV joins the Mayor and other dignitaries for the official opening of the Ampthill Park Hub.
3677 views

Lap Dancing Club Protest

500 residents assemble on the Market Square to protest against the new lapdancing club.
3649 views

Fire Station Open Day

A 3 min film showing the Fire Station opening it's doors to the public in Sept 2000.
3635 views

Robert Daws - Rock & Chips 1

Robert plays randy cinema manager Ernie Raynor, here attempting to adjust the uniform of an ice cream girl.
3610 views

Ampthill Newsweek 6th January 2013

The first of our new weekly news program covering the news from last week and a look at whats on next week.
3605 views

Robert Daws - Rock & Chips 3

Ernie Raynor uses the flimsiest of pretexts to get an usherette to spend a couple of days with him in Cornwall.
3602 views

- Ampthill Newsweek - 22nd September 2013

Read by Philip Whiteley. Ampthill War Memorial rededication, interview with Lord James & Dowager Duchess Bedford, RSPCA
3602 views

Betaboy

Betaboy play at the 2010 Ampthill Festival.
3580 views

Ampthill Newsweek 10th February 2013

This week read by Lanie Bryer covering Ampthill Football Club, beach party on town square, Gary Wood concerts
3577 views

Park Proms 2011 Ampthill Rock Chr

Ampthill Rock Choir open the 2011 Proms in the Park.
3575 views

Ampthill Newsweek 3rd February 2013

Read by Paul Duckett, we cover BBC visit to The Albion, big increase in the number of stolen cats and other news.
3536 views

- Ampthill Newsweek - 27th January 2013

This week we look at Attempted Dognapping, Ampthill Town FC, Ampthill Chamber of Commerce Relaunch & other news
3530 views

Robert Daws - Rock & Chips 2

Ernie Raynor gets hot & bothered measuring up an usherette for her old uniform.
3528 views

- Ampthill Newsweek - 21st April 2013

Read by Ben Sear covering Ampthill Rugby highlights, powerboat racing, Ampthill cricket tour Malta
3522 views

ADAG meeting - questions & answers

Questions from the audience regarding the proposed new development in Ampthill.
3516 views

Brickmaking in Bedfordshire 1950

An 8 min cine film. The 4th of a series of 7 films showing brickmaking over a number of years in the 20th century.
3499 views

ADAG meeting - the speakers

The speakers - MP Nadine Dorries joins Central Beds & Town Councillors to discuss the proposed new development.
3486 views

Kings Arms Path Gardens 2

An 11 min film of the Kings Arms Path Gardens Open Day on an Easter Bank Holiday 2000, complete with a brass band.
3471 views

'The Boy Friend' at the Parkside Hall

With performances on 14th & 15th April, ATV attends a rehearsal of The Boy Friend.
3471 views

'The Wiz' - 3D Youth Theatre Production

ATV pops into the dress rehearsal of The Wiz at the Parkside Hall.
3468 views

Paul Roberts & The Swingers

Paul Roberts & The Swingers play Kansas City Blues
3457 views

Anglia News - Alms Houses

A 3 min video of a Anglia News item about the refurbishment of the Feofee Almshouses in Ampthill.
3453 views

Ampthill Social Centre

A trip around Ampthill Social Centre to meet some of the users.
3446 views

Ampthill Festival 2011

A 12 min video of the parade and some of the Gala Day attractions.
3444 views

Walks around Ampthill

A glimpse of various walks around Ampthill organised by different churches & societies.
3443 views

Ampthill Business Report April 2015

A Vapour Cafe has opened in Dunstable St, Ampthill. What is a Vapour Cafe? Chris Hayes investigates...
3442 views

Ampthill's Diamond Jubilee Celebrations

A 40 min video showing the highlights of the celebrations in Ampthill Park. The parade, music & 10 min fireworks display
3432 views

Doris Mann Lifeboat Launch 1990

A 2 min Anglia TV video about a new lifeboat for Wells bequeathed by Ampthill's Doris Mann.
3426 views

Houghton House BBC Countrytracks

BBC Countrytracks visit Houghton House in a program about Bedfordshire
3419 views

Park Proms 2011 Ampthill Town Bnd

Ampthill Town Band play at the 2011 Ampthill Park Proms
3418 views

A trip around Russell House, Dunstable St in 2012, before demolition.

Russell House started life as a Victorian house. It has been a nursery, a school, a factory and Beds CC media department. It was demolished in 2015.
3398 views

Allotment Assoc Summer Show - P1

An 18 min video of the show held in the Nottingham Rooms - judging vegetables & fruit.
3390 views

Tattoo Studio - ITV Anglia Report

An ITV Anglia report on the Tattoo Studio controversy in Ampthill
3384 views

Frog Racing 2010

Racing paper frogs to raise money for charity.
3380 views

Julooby

Julooby play at a fundraiser in aid of the Parkside Hall.
3378 views

Groups 2011 Ephedrine Bargees

The Ephedrine Bargees play at the 2011 Ampthill Festival
3375 views

- Ampthill Newsweek - 4th August 2013

Read by Jasmine Wythe covering local TV presenter with OCD, Fibre East show, Nissan cyclists return, Entertainers show
3365 views

Totally Locally

On 29th April, Ampthill businesses launched their Totally Locally campaign to encourage local spending.
3360 views

Methodist Church Mothering Sunday

A 23 min film showing the 2000 service and children presenting daffodils to their Mums and congregation.
3358 views

Park Proms 2012 Redborne Jazz Band

Redborne Jazz Band appear at the 2012 Ampthill Park Proms
3358 views

MP Dorries interview on 3CR JVS Show

Back from the jungle, Nadine Dorries faces some criticism from constituents.
3352 views

BBC News - Ampthill Weather

A 2 min video of a weather forecast which includes references to Ampthill and New York.
3351 views

Mid Beds Council Meeting

Mid Beds Council took a new approach to decision making and allowed members of the public to speak at meetings.
3345 views

- Ampthill Newsweek - 12th May 2013

Read by Andy the Swede covering Ampthill RFC awards, Ampthill & Flitwick Mayors parties, AmpRocks opener Skies on Fire
3345 views

Pram Race 1993

A 20 min film of the annual Pram Race from Maulden to Ampthill.
3344 views

Business Report October 2012

This month's report looks at a new fitness and dance studio and other new shops opened or opening in Ampthill.
3343 views

The Fuddler Charity Dance 2011

The Fuddler Charity Dance was held in March 2011 to celebrate the 100th edition of The Fuddler.
3340 views

Ampthill Town Band

A 30 min video of the Ampthill Town Band performing at the 2010 Proms in the Park.
3338 views

Firs School Millennium Tapestry 2

A 30 min film showing the completed Tapestry and a special assembly where it was unveiled by the Town Mayor.
3336 views

Pram Race 1994

A 7 min film of the annual Pram Race from Maulden to Ampthill.
3335 views

- Ampthill Newsweek - 27th October 2013

Read by Roger Horn covering final Parkside Hall preview, Lydias bakehouse, Festival AGM, twin town
3334 views

- Ampthill Newsweek - 10th November 2013

Rd by Maurice Kachuk. Remembrance Sunday in Ampthill, Maulden & Flitwick. Clophill Fireworks, Ampthill Festival Quiz.
3331 views

Paul Roberts solo act on a cruise ship

Paul Roberts sings and plays on a cruise liner
3329 views

Ampthill Diamond Jubilee Celebration

Chris Hayes discusses the forthcoming Diamond Jubilee celebrations in Ampthill.
3313 views

Ampthill Newsweek 3rd March 2013

Read by Chris Hayes covering Old Sun, Mothers Day and an update on Parkside Hall
3311 views

Park Proms 2011 Redborne Jazz Bnd

Redborne Jazz Band appearing at the 2011 Ampthill Park Proms
3306 views

Ampthill Camera Club

A 10 min video providing a brief glimpse of their activities in 2000. Includes a trip to the Marston Vale Centre.
3302 views

Park Proms Complete 2010

The 2nd Proms in the Park, the classical part of Ampthill Festival. Introduced by Robert Daws.
3295 views

Brickmaking in Bedfordshire 1929

A 4 min cine film. The 2nd of a series of 7 films showing brickmaking over a number of years in the 20th century.
3291 views

Groups 2011 Dummy Run

Dummy Run give a barn storming performance at Ampthill festival 2011
3280 views

Paul Roberts & The Swingers in Eversholt

Paul Roberts & The Swingers play at a dance in Eversholt
3275 views

Ampthill Newsweek 18th August 2013

Read by Helen Armitage - a major update & tour of the Parkside Hall, meet the Wembley flag bearers, Dachshund group
3272 views

Redborne Jazz Band

Redborne Jazz Band appearing at the 2010 Proms in the Park.
3268 views

Fran Bove

Fran Bove plays at the 2010 Ampthill Festival.
3266 views

White Hart Fire 2001

In July 2001, the White Hart Fire caught fire.
3262 views

- Ampthill Newsweek - 3rd November 2013

Read by Chris Hayes covering new Bedfordshire's Coroners Court, Ampthill Fireworks, Tae Kwon Do classes, CRY awareness
3260 views

Mobile CCTV Units

Mobile CCTV units are targeting parking in Ampthill. What effect are they having on trade in Church St?
3258 views

2nd Three Legged Beer Race

A 4 min video showing competitors at The Old Sun during this popular annual charity event .
3258 views

Tattoo '13' Charity Fundraiser

Ampthill Tattoo Studio raises £900 for cancer charity & Chris Hayes gets his first tattoo.
3250 views

- Ampthill Newsweek - 15th September 2013

Read by Liz Perry covering Ampthill Fire Stn open day, Clophill Scarecrow Festival, Clophill Powwow, Prof Richardson
3244 views

3rd Three Legged Beer Race

A 12 min video of this popular charity event which replaced the now defunct Pram Race.
3242 views

Festival Fundraising - Car Boot Sale

A 2 min video of a car boot sale at Redborne School in 2000.
3240 views

Business Report Summer 2012

This summer has seen major changes for Ampthill businesses, from moving to refurbs. ATV finds out why.
3239 views

Robert Daws - Roger Roger 2

Sam asks Rene out to dinner unaware that the mike button is stuck on transmit.
3237 views

- Ampthill Newsweek - 17th November 2013

Rd by Ian Church covering Ampthill Christmas Lights switch on, 1985 (Flitwick) ATC, Coopers Hill maintenance & more..
3235 views

Baptist Church Harvest Festival

A 24 min video showing the 2000 Harvest Festival Family Service held in Ampthill Baptist Church.
3230 views

Rogue Radio

Rogue Radio play at the 2010 Ampthill Festival.
3228 views

Beds Conservative Chair interviewd abt Nadine Dorries

Chairman of Mid Beds Conservative Association Paul Duckett interviewed by ITV on Nadine Dorries
3228 views

- Ampthill Newsweek - 19th May 2013

Read by Sue Hinkin announcing AmpRocks support band, 3 legged race charity aims, Pentecost in Park, Johnny goes to USA
3227 views

'Exit Stage Left' audio book launch

A local author, actor & musician build a studio to produce audio dramatisations of books.
3215 views

Kings Arms Path Gardens 1

A 16min film showing the WI presenting a seat to the Mayor for the King's Arms Path Gardens March 2000
3210 views

Houghton House - BBC Countryfile

BBC Countryfile visit Houghton House in a program about John Bunyan
3209 views

Treating depression - the Human Givens approach

Mandy Prest talks to Ben Keenan about Human Givens, a more modern method of treating depression.
3209 views

AmpRocks 2013 - Skies on Fire

Skies on Fire complete performance at AmpRocks 2013 where they were the support band for The Hoosiers
3205 views

Ampthill Bootcamp

A fitness & weightloss bootcamp is in Ampthill. Ampthill TV paid it a visit.
3203 views

- Ampthill Newsweek - 21st July 2013

Read by John McConnell covering burglary in Abbey Lane, update on Ampthill Park, Maurice Kachuk School of Dancing shows
3201 views

Groups 2011 White Lines To Sunset

White Lines To Sunset play at the 2011 Ampthill Festival.
3199 views

- Ampthill Newsweek - 13th October 2013

Rd by Simon Shelton. Full of Life Show in Flitwick, Party for Parkside, Toddington Harvest Show & more
3197 views

Aragon Day 2011

The 2011 Aragon Day Parade & exhibition
3195 views

Drama in Houghton House 2000

A 52 min video showing a dramatic production of Ghosts performed by students of Redborne School.
3194 views

A Night to Remember 2010

The 3rd Wartime Dance held at the Parkside Hall in 2010.
3193 views

Ampthill Festival 2002

A 28 min video showing the Float parade in Woburn Road and activities in the park.
3171 views

Guy on The Wright Stuff

Guy phoned into The Wright Stuff to discuss Prince Charles.
3167 views

A Night to Remember 2009

The 2nd Wartime Dance held at the Parkside Hall in 2009.
3165 views

Ampthill Newsweek 13th January 2013

The second of our new weekly news program this week looking at the library, blood donation & other news.
3147 views

Ampthill Pie Festival 2011

Ampthill celebrates another pie festival complete with 27 pies, lots of music and morris men.
3146 views

- Ampthill Newsweek - 31st March 2013

Read by mystery guest Charlie Garth covering Ampthill new twinning, old pram races, gardening & more
3137 views

Redborne School - Football Coaching

Redborne School held a football coaching course for youngsters.
3130 views

Ampthill Festival Music Stage is ready!

See how they did it in 3 minutes flat...
3124 views

Switching on the Xmas Lights 2011

A 16min video of the Christmas Lights switch-on plus two trips around the funfair
3123 views

Paul Roberts and The Swingers

Paul Roberts and The Swingers play at a Tea Dance
3119 views

Ampthill Newsweek 24th February 2013

Read by Fred Ash covering Traveller site 20, Ampthill Good Neighbours, Albion award & more
3118 views

'Being Boycie'. John Challis at the Ampthill Literary Festival.

Philip Whiteley talks to actor John Challis about his acting and writing. Intro by Robert Daws.
3118 views

BBC 3CR visits The Albion

Nick Coffer meets local musicians, businesses, CAMRA & dances with Morris Men
3117 views

Queen Mother's 100th Birthday

A 12 min film featuring St Andew's church bells being rung on her birthday. Includes shots of the church and churchyard.
3114 views

The Fuddler Awards Dinner 2012

On the last Sunday of January 2012, a talented group of writers gathered at the Queen's Head to receive awards.
3099 views

Park Proms 2012 Ampthill Town Band

Ampthill Town Band open the 2012 Ampthill Park Proms
3099 views

Zonita Timelapse

A 4 min video showing a day in the life of the new Zonita cinema at Parkside from start up to close down.
3091 views

Ampthill Pie Festival 2010

A 15 min video of the pies, the tasting, the judging and some music.
3086 views

Kong

Kong play at a fundraiser in aid of the Parkside Hall.
3086 views

ATV Christmas Outtake Tape

A selection of things that went wrong at ATV during the year plus join us at the ATV Xmas Party.
3084 views

- Ampthill Newsweek - 8th December 2013

Rd by Lanie Bryer - Greenfield Pulloxhill Junction, Ampthill Xmas Tree Festival, Parkside Hall History, Arabella Beauty
3084 views

Groups 2011 Singing for Chips

Singing for Chips play at the 2011 Ampthill Festival
3081 views

Pram Race 1991

A 14 min film of the annual Pram Race from Maulden to Ampthill.
3076 views

MP Dorries interview on BBC Look East

Back from the jungle, Nadine Dorries faces awkward questions from BBC Look East.
3076 views

Christmas Carol Service 2010

A 7 min video of the Christmas Carol Service 2010.
3074 views

Albion Acoustic Night

Mark Henshall & Fran Bove play at The Albion, Ampthill
3073 views

Central Bedfordshire from the Air

An Eastern Skies video looking at Wrest Pk, Shuttleworth, Cardington Sheds, Millbrook TT, Houghton House & Woburn Abbey
3071 views

- Ampthill Newsweek - 1st September 2013

Read by Mal Crawford covering Lashings v Westoning, interview with Kerry Dixon, King's Arms Gdn, Co-op robbery arrests
3067 views

Maulden Crime Meeting

Following a spate of burglaries in Maulden, residents meet in the Village Hall to discuss what to do.
3060 views

Ampthill Festival 1985 -Inner Wheel

Follow the Inner Wheel Float in the 1985 Ampthill Festival.
3059 views

Redbornstoke Morris

Redbornestoke Morris dance at the Queen's head
3058 views

- Ampthill Newsweek - 16th June 2013

Read by Kim Ash covering Ampthill Festival, Flitton Potato Race, Maulden mausoleum & more
3054 views

Ampthill Festival 2000 Part 1

A 10 min film of the Parade of lorry mounted floats through Ampthill and to the park.
3052 views

Groups 2012 Kastaphor

Kastaphor play the Ampthill Festival Gala Day
3051 views

Business Report February 2012

A look at how Ampthill businesses are doing in the economic downturn. Are they 'bucking the trend?'
3049 views

Ampthill News Update

Catch up with the news around Ampthill as of 17th June 2014
3046 views

Ampthill Newsweek 10th March 2013

Read by Roger Horn covering the Westoning Fire, Lord Alan Sugar, Ampthill Festival Quiz & more
3045 views

Ampthill Festival 2005

A series of pictures from both the parade and Gala Day.
3043 views

AmpRocks 2010 Muchos Besos

Winners of the 2010 Redborne School Battle of the Bands, Muchos Besos open AmpRocks 2010.
3043 views

Groups 2012 New Groove Formation

New Groove Formation headlines the 2012 Gala Day
3037 views

Guy on Ant & Dec's Push the Button

Guy appearing as Prince Charles on Ant & Dec's Push the Button
3024 views

Town Centre Development 2000

A 30 min video showing the big development job that took place between May and September 2000.
3016 views

Ampthill Park Fireworks 2011

Ampthill Park Fireworks are now under new management and this year's event attracted over 4000 people.
3016 views

Groups 2011 Anthony Love

Anthony Love plays at the 2011 Ampthill Festival.
3012 views

Business Report March 2012

Our March look at how businesses are doing in Ampthill. Good news or bad?
3008 views

Around Ampthill 1999

A 6min film of Ampthill on a sunny summer afternoon in 1999.
3002 views

Lap Dancing phone in on BBC 3CR

Listeners phone in on BBC 3CR JVS Show with differing opinions about lap dancing and how it may affect Ampthill.
2990 views

AmpRocks 2011 Enraged Horizon

2011 winners of the Redborne School Best of Bands competition open AmpRocks.
2988 views

Park Proms 2011 Amp Conct Orchstr

Ampthill Concert Orchestra play at the 2011 Ampthill Park Proms.
2987 views

- Ampthill Newsweek - 29th September 2013

Read by Sam Hardy. Interview with Ian Church abt DoB War Memorial, Flitwick rubbish, Vintage tractor show, Dog show.
2984 views

AS Pub Sports Charity Open Day

A darts & pool competition day with John 'The Legend' Lowe in aid of Keech Cottage
2976 views

Jubilee Street Party

A 30 min video showing the street party held in Crayton Road to celebrate the Queen's Golden Jubilee in 2002
2975 views

- Ampthill Newsweek - 14th July 2013

Read by Adam Croft reviewing Ampthill Festival with acts from Nissan Lez Enserune, Ampthill Youth Football team win awar
2957 views

- Ampthill Newsweek - 30th June 2013

Read by Mandy Prest covering a mystery trip & discovery, Red Arrows, cycling to our twin town, winners of window display
2955 views

Groups 2011 The Nimblewits

The Nimblewits play at the 2011 Ampthill Festival.
2951 views

- Ampthill Newsweek - 28th July 2013

Ampthill Newsweek read by Jay Harris covering Dragonboat Racing, talk to Ampthill Mayor, Aragon Day & more
2949 views

Tea Dance in May 2000

A 21 min film of one of the fortnightly events held at the Parkside Hall - hosted by local entertainer Guy Ingle.
2944 views

Guy on Look East

Guy interviewed on BBC Look East after appearing in 'Superhero - the movie'.
2936 views

- Ampthill Newsweek - Newsflash

Find out who the headline act at AmpRocks 2013 is
2930 views

Rubber Cindy

Rubber Cindy play at the 2010 Ampthill Festival.
2927 views

- Ampthill Newsweek - 24th June 2013

Read by Adam Croft covering the Famous Flitton potato Race, UFOs in Beds, Red Arrows to be at Meppershall Summer Fair
2920 views

Groups 2011 Amy Leeder

Amy Leeder plays at the 2011 Ampthill Festival
2915 views

Ampthill Newsweek 17th February 2013

Read by Beattie Clements-Hill - looking at a new railway footbridge, a beach party, car thefts & a fire.
2911 views

Tristan Infernoso

Tristan Infernoso plays at the 2010 Ampthill Festival.
2906 views

Ossory v Old Sun Charity Soccer Match

A 25 min video covering the opening, the game, the presentation and interviews with the key team members.
2906 views

Carpet Bowls Club 2001

A 22 min video showing 2 Tuesday sessions which were held in the Methodist Church Hall in 2001.
2902 views

Business Report April 2012

Our April look at Ampthill Businesses. Totally Locally, The Albion & Pilgrim House Studio.
2901 views

Ampthill Festival 2003

A few pictures from the Gala Day 2003.
2897 views

World War 2 Exhibition

A 4 min film of an exhibition of WW2 equipment & memorabilia held at the Parkside Hall in March 2000.
2893 views

Ampthill Business Report May 2014

A quick update on Ampthill business including St Andrew's Place, Flowers with Flair, Hearts & Hounds, new winebar.
2881 views

AmpRocks 2011 Betaboy

Betaboy play AmpRocks 2011
2880 views

Anglia News - Ampthill Video Archive

A 30 min video showing the news crew interview with John Day and the presentation of the Archive to the Library.
2880 views

AmpRocks 2012 - As We Climb

As We Climb are the second act at AmpRocks 2012
2875 views

Anglia News - Our Town 1997

A 3 min video of a news item providing a brief glimpse of Ampthill including a segment about Masquerade.
2872 views

Ampthill Festival 1981

A 4 min cine film of the Floats passing through the Market Square.
2868 views

Ampthill Festival 198?

A 2 min cine film of the Floats leaving Station Road. Year unknown but is 1983 or later.
2868 views

Queensmen Football Team 2000

A 3 min film showing the Queensmen team for the 2000 season.
2867 views

Choral Society 2000 - Rehearsal

A 10 min film showing the Society rehearsing Mozart's Requiem at the Redborne School music room.
2866 views

Lawrence Duckett Birthday Song

The customers of the Queen's Head sing a birthday song to Lawrence Duckett.
2865 views

Ampthill Festival 2001

A few pictures from the Gala Day 2001.
2863 views

Red Feather Club

A 9 min film showing an event that this group of Cheshire Home fundraisers organised.
2860 views

Groups 2012 The Rhythm & Blues Band

The Rhythm & Blues Band play at Ampthill Festival Gala Day
2860 views

Mobile CCTV Units Look East Report

BBC Look East's report on the use of Mobile CCTV, inc interview with Council
2856 views

Brickmaking in Bedfordshire 1988

An 8 min cine film. The last of a series of 7 films showing brickmaking over a number of years in the 20th century.
2853 views

Bonfire Night November 2001

A 20 min video showing the fireworks display in Ampthill Park organised by The Lions.
2852 views

Ampthill Festival 2000 Part 2

A 15 min video of the sideshows, prizegiving and fun and games at the cricket ground in the park.
2849 views

AmpRocks 2011 Prl Handld Revolver

Pearl Handled Revolver play at AmpRocks 2011
2844 views

Ampthill Festival 2014 Preview

A preview of Ampthill Festival 2014, 4th - 6th July.
2844 views

Garden Party at The Old Sun 2002

A 30 min video of a charity garden party organised by The Tuesday Club for the Queen's Golden Jubilee.
2843 views

Allotment Assoc Summer Show - P2

A 20 min video of the show held at the Nottingham Rooms judging of flowers and auctioning the produce.
2843 views

Ampthill Festival 2000 Treasure Hunt

A 2 min film showing part of a Treasure Hunt - one of the festival events.
2842 views

Hector - a new bell for Millbrook

A 10 min video showing how the new bell project progressed.
2838 views

Ampthill By The Sea

Affectionately known as Ampthill by the Sea due to the amount of Ampthillians who visit. An unusual view of where?
2838 views

Park Proms 2013 Redborne Jazz Band

Redborne Jazz Band play at the 2013 Proms in the Park
2834 views

May Day 2000. At the Old Sun

A 20 min video showing breakfast and beer available at the Old Sun from 7am.
2833 views

Tattoo Studio - Local Radio report

A Three Counties Radio report on the Ampthill Tattoo Studio controversy
2830 views

Mike Kirby

Mike Kirby writes and sings his own songs.
2828 views

Superhero Movie Clip 1

Guy Ingle played Prince Charles in this Hollywood film Superhero Movie clip 1.
2825 views

The Albion receives CAMRA award

The Albion has been voted "Bedfordshire Pub of the Year". CAMRA present the award to Landlord Russell Fletcher.
2820 views

Ampthill Festival 2012

A 16 min video showing the parade and various attractions at the Gala Day
2820 views

Remembrance Day 2000

A 34 min film showing the people of Ampthill gathering at the Alameda War Memorial to honour those fallen in conflict.
2819 views

Remembrance Day 2009

On Remembrance Day, the people of Ampthill gather at the Alameda War Memorial to honour those fallen in conflict.
2810 views

Park Proms Complete 2009

The 1st Proms in the Park; the classical part of Ampthill Festival. Introduced by Robert Daws.
2804 views

AmpRocks 2012 Ocasan

Ocasan are a support act at AmpRocks 2012
2804 views

Christmas Carol Service 2009

A 7 min video of a rather snowy Christmas Carol Service 2009.
2797 views

New Burial Ground

A 27 min video showing the Bishop of Bedford consecrating the new burial ground in 2002. Also some 1947 pictures.
2796 views

- Ampthill Newsweek - 8th September 2013

Read by John Hele covering Ridgmont Stn renovation, African Art Exhibition, Ampthill Velo Club & more
2796 views

Ampthill Business Report October 2014

The Golden Hare Gallery in Woburn St, Ampthill was opened on Sat 4th October by England Cricket captain Alastair Cook
2795 views

Lap Dancing Club question at PMQs

Local MP Nadine Dorries asks the Prime Minister why the views of local people count for nothing in planning.
2788 views

AmpRocks 2013 - The Hoosiers

The Hoosiers 50 min performance at AmpRocks 2013
2788 views

Ampthill Fireworks Awards Evening

Ampthill Fireworks won the Nat West Community Force award. The money was passed on to other organisations.
2787 views

The Famous Flitton Potato Race

Find out the history then watch the highlights of the 2013 Famous Flitton Potato Race including the split bag incident!
2787 views

- Ampthill Newsweek - 15th December 2013

Read by Margie Hudson. Parkside Hall reopens, Costa Coffee good or bad?, Tree of Light, Brafront Guisers & more
2786 views

National Cycling Event 2000

A 20 min video of over 100 cyclists taking part in this 2 day event centred on Ampthill.
2784 views

Tattoo Studio - Radio 2 Report

A BBC Radio 2 report on the Ampthill Tatto Studio by Jeremy Vine
2779 views

Ampthill Festival 2008

A 6 minute video of a rather wet parade.
2777 views

AmpRocks 2010 The Nimblewits

The Nimblewits play at AmpRocks 2010.
2773 views

Cheshire Home Gala

A 10 min video of the 2000 Cheshire Home Gala day.
2762 views

Groups 2013 - Wolf Club

Wolf Club play at the 2013 Ampthill Festival Gala Day
2759 views

Antiques Fair

A 3 min film showing an Antiques Fair at the Parkside Hall in October 2000.
2754 views

Business Report November 2012

This month we look at Ampthill Charter Market and Ampthill's oldest barber shop refurbishment.
2751 views

Ampthill Festival 2000 Falcon Display

A 9 min film showing Falcons performing in Ampthill Park on Festival Day 2000.
2750 views

A Collection of Old Photographs

A collection of Old Photographs from the local area.
2749 views

Superhero Movie Clip 3

Guy Ingle played Prince Charles in this Hollywood film Superhero Movie clip 3.
2746 views

Groups 2012 The Electric Uke Orchestra

An unusual band comprised mostly of ukeleles play at the 2012 Ampthill Festival Gala Day
2743 views

New Year Fireworks

New Year Fireworks as seen from the top of Ampthill Hill.
2742 views

Charity Rugby Match

A short video of the Ladies v Gentlemen Charity Rugby Match hels at Ampthill Rugby Club in 1992.
2740 views

Ampthill Festival Parade 2019

This year's theme is 'The Greatest Show on Earth'
2734 views

Ampthill Park Christmas Cracker

Ampthill Park has passed Stage 1 for a Heritage Lottery Fund grant. Park Manager Gary Quilter elaborates.
2729 views

Groups 2012 The Paul Hegley Band

The Paul Hegley Band play at the Ampthill Festival Gala Day 2012
2726 views

Ampthill Festival 2000 Gilgamesh

A 14 min film showing a special performance by the Bedfordshire Youth Theatre in Ampthill Park on Festival Day 2000.
2721 views

Ferrari Pram 2000

A 3 min video showing a Ferrari Pram competing in the 2000 Pram Race.
2721 views

- Ampthill Newsweek - 9th June 2013

Read by Tom Axon covering summer fayres, interview with Rev Trodden, Hot House interior design, new police song
2721 views

Art Exhibition

A 10 min film of the annual Art Exhibition held as usual at the Old Courthouse, Church Street in the summer of 2000.
2713 views

Restoration of Clophill Church

A BBC program with John Sergeant looking at the restoration of Clophill Old Church.
2710 views

Cheshire Home Bazaar

A 4 min film showing the Cheshire Home Christmas Bazaar in November 2000.
2707 views

Berlin Rocks - first planning meeting

AmpRocks are holding a video ad competition - can you do better than their brilliant offering?
2703 views

- Ampthill Newsweek - 1st December 2013

Rd by Adam Croft covering Mayors Xmas Lunch, Queens Head Cook Off, Flitwick Xmas Lights Switch On, Ampthill Print Centre
2703 views

- Ampthill Newsweek - 11th August 2013

Read by Chris Hayes covering Adam Croft's new book, Flitwick Classic Car show, Ampthill Allotment Show & news
2701 views

Groups 2013 - Sophie & Charlie

Sophie & Charlie play at the 2013 Ampthill Festival Gala Day.
2700 views

Duncan Arkley

Duncan Arkley plays at the 2010 Ampthill Festival.
2698 views

Baptist Church Rebuilding

A 6 min video showing some of this big project in 2000- removal of the organ and the building of a cinema screen.
2698 views

Tuesday Club Reunion

The old Tuesday Club meet up again in 2009 at the Queen's Head for a nostalgic get together.
2696 views

St Georges Day Charity Lunch

Outgoing Mayor, Margaret Wilson hosts a St George's Charity Dinner.
2695 views

First Farmers Market

A 17 min film of the new Farmers Market. Opened on 29th July 2000 by Eddie Grundy of The Archers.
2695 views

The WhyBirds

The WhyBirds play at the 2010 Ampthill Festival.
2689 views

Ampthill Air Quality

An interview with Central Beds Council regarding the poor air quality in Ampthill and what options the Council has.
2688 views

Ampthill Festival Parade 2015

The entire parade ascends Woburn Street. This year's theme is New York.
2687 views

Christmas Farmers Market

A 5 min film showing a rather wet market at the end of November 2000.
2684 views

Fibre East 2013

Fibre East 2014 is at Redborne School on Saturday 26th & Sunday 27th July. Here is a look at last year's event.
2684 views

Guy as Prince Charles in 1996 Part 2

A second 25 min film showing Guy Ingle opening the 1996 Cheshire Home Gala.
2679 views

Kings Arms Path Gardens 3

A 4 min film showing the Kings Arms Path Gardens, on a glorious July afternoon.
2678 views

A Collection of Old Postcards

A collection of Old Postcards from the local area.
2674 views

Flower Festival 2000

A 12 min video of the Millennium Flower Festival held in St Andrew's church.
2673 views

Alias

Alias play at the 2010 Ampthill Festival.
2668 views

Queens Hd Sign BBC Radio Interview

Landlord Richard Hammond discusses the sign controversy with BBC 3C Radio
2667 views

MP Dorries to be on "I'm A Celebrity"

A BBC 3CR phone-in on Nadine Dorries decision to leave her constituency for a month to appear on a TV show.
2664 views

Park Proms 2013 Amp Concert Orchestra Pt 2

The second half of Ampthill Concert Orchestra's performance at the 2013 Ampthill Park Proms.
2661 views

Groups 2011 Wileys Floating Castle

Wiley's Floating Castle play at the 2011 Ampthill Festival
2660 views

Aragon Day 2009

A 15 min video of the ceremony, parade and craft fair 2009.
2659 views

Christmas Carol Service 2011

Residents join Ampthill Town Band on the Town Square for the 2011 Carol Service.
2652 views

Ampthill Festival 2007

A few pictures of the parade.
2650 views

- Ampthill Newsweek - 28th April 2013

Read by Chris Hayes covering the Ravebus, fund raising to send a child to USA for an operation, May Day & crime
2647 views

Firs School Millennium Tapestry 1

A 9 min film showing the individual sections of the Tapestry and photographs of the pupils (and helpers) creating them.
2646 views

Ampthill Festival 2000 Romford Band

A 6 min film showing the Romford Drum & Trumpet Band performing on Festival Day 2000.
2644 views

Close of Play

Robert Daws & Amy Robbins read a chapter of PJ Whiteley's excellent new book, Close of Play
2643 views

RATS Pet Show

A 3 min film of the RATS (Rehoming Animals Telephone Service) Pet Show at the Parkside Hall in June 2000.
2636 views

Tuesday Club Concert 2001 - P2

A 26 min video showing the next five acts. Ali G, Irish Dancers, Mitch & John, Paul Roberts, Tony Broom
2635 views

Christmas Carols at the Old Sun

A 9 min video showing the year 2000 occurrence of this annual event.
2633 views

Dwyle Flonking at the Old Sun 2002

A 22 min video resurrecting this very old pub game for charity organised by the Tuesday Club.
2632 views

Groups 2013 - Ocasan

Ocasan headline at the 2013 Ampthill Festival Gala Day
2631 views

Christmas Lights Preparations 2000

A 5 min video showing volunteers erecting lights in November 2000.
2628 views

The 'Two Fairies' visit Maulden

The M&S Two Fairies bring festive joy to a family who spent last Christmas reeling from a burglary.
2627 views

Ferret Racing at the Old Sun 2003

Racing ferrets for charity in the garden of The Old Sun. organised by the Tuesday Club
2622 views

Groups 2012 Whiley's Floating Castle

Whiley's Floating Castle play the 2012 Ampthill Festival Gala Day
2620 views

Cricket Club 2000 - P2

A 21 min video featuring Cricket Week in August together with short films of New Year day matches in 2000 & 2001.
2619 views

Ferret Racing at the Old Sun 2009

A 8 min video of the 2009 charity ferret racing at The Old Sun. organised by The Tuesday Club
2617 views

Firs School Summer Fun

A 15 min video showing a Fete and Sports Day in the summer of 2000.
2617 views

Guy as Prince Charles in 1996 Part 1

A 25 min film showing Guy Ingle opening the 1996 Cheshire Home Gala.
2611 views

The Bowls Club 2000 1

A 30 min video of the Ladies v Gentlemen tournament held in August 2000.
2604 views

Historical Books launched in 2000

Ampthill and Hugh Reeve by Andrew Underwood & The Knoll - A mirror for Ampthill by Barry Dackombe.
2600 views

Cricket Club 2000 - P1

A 15 min video showing the Midweek Cup Final and Presentation.
2597 views

Model Railways

A 15 min video showing the two model railway exhibitions that took place in 2000.
2597 views

Rotary Club Events 1980 - 1984

A 15 min cine film of Rotary Club and Inner Wheel events in 1980, 1982, 1983 and 1984
2596 views

Millsfest 2009

The top act of Millsfest 2009 was PopDad.
2595 views

Pentecost in the Park

All the Ampthill churches join together in Ampthill Park on a sizzling Sunday afternoon.
2593 views

Guy on Richard & Judy

Guy appearing on the Richard & Judy show.
2590 views

Groups 2012 Fran Bove

Fran Bove plays at Ampthill Festival Gala Day
2590 views

- Ampthill Newsweek - 22nd December 2013

Rd by Frankie Gill covering Zonita Cinema, Rotary Community Award, Ampthill Rap, Xmas & more
2590 views

Interview with The Hoosiers

Adam Croft interviews The Hoosiers & see some high level shots of AmpRocks 3000+ audience
2584 views

Agricultural Show 1930

A 6 min cine film of the 1930 Bedfordshire Show held in Ampthill Park and attended by the Prince of Wales
2582 views

Business Report December 2012

This month we visit the Air Ambulance, Cambridge Wines, Hearts & Hounds & Ampthill Carpets
2581 views

The Fuddler Awards Dinner 2010

On the last Sunday of January 2010, a talented group of writers gathered at the Queen's Head to receive awards.
2580 views

Ampthill Pie Festival 2006

A selection of pictures of the pies and the Morris Dancers
2576 views

The Fuddler Awards Dinner 2005

On the last Sunday of January 2005, a talented group of writers gathered at the Queen's Head to receive awards.
2575 views

Ossary Arms Football Team

The final of the Brian craddock Cup between the Ossary Arms & The Cock at Wooton in 1991.
2572 views

- Ampthill Newsweek - 2nd June 2013

Read by Hannah Mason covering AmpRocks, Wingfield Club entertainment, Playing the Dream & more
2570 views

Houghton House on Eastern Skies

Houghton House viewed from a helicopter as part of a TV series.
2563 views

Tuesday Club Concert 2001 - P3

A 23 min video showing the next four acts. The Singing Moustache, Sleeping Johnny, Guy Ingle, Sam
2560 views

The Bowls Club 2000 2

A 40 min video of the Club v Ampthill Town Council and Chamber of trade in August 2000.
2558 views

- Ampthill Newsweek - 14th April 2013

Read by Adam Croft covering crime, bell ringing, Ampthill Castle, new MOT rules
2556 views

Switching on the Xmas Lights 2010

A 8 min video of the Christmas Lights switching on ceremony plus a trip around the funfair.
2555 views

Ampthill Literary Festival Announces

Some of the big names booked for this year's Literary Festival were announced at a book launch on Tuesday
2550 views

Guy telling a joke

Guy telling a joke on a TV show.
2545 views

Guy Ingle appears in Toby Carvery Advert

Ampthill's Guy Ingle appears as a Prince Charles lookalike in a Toby Carvery advert for the Queen's 90th birthday.
2545 views

May Day 2011

On 1st May 2011, Morris Men (and women) gather to dance up the sun.
2540 views

Christmas Park and Ride 2011

The Council provided a Christmas Park and Ride to cut congestion around Waitrose. How did it all go? See news story
2540 views

Guy as Prince Charles in 1996

Guy opens the 1996 Cheshire Home Fete as Prince Charles.
2540 views

Switching on the Xmas Lights 2000

A 10 min video of the funfair and the switching on the Christmas Lights.
2535 views

Guy Ingle as Prince Charles in Body Shop Ad

Ampthill's Guy Ingle appears as Prince Charles in this years Mothers Day Body Shop Ad
2535 views

Ampthill Festival 2009

A 7 min video of the parade.
2529 views

Honky & Chucklefoot

A 15 min video of local entertainers Honky and Chucklefoot performing at a corporate event.
2529 views

Park Proms 2013 Ampthill Town Band

Ampthill Town Band open the 5th Ampthill Park Proms
2526 views

Is the Monarchy worth the money?

Richard Hammond, landlord of the Queen's Head, Ampthill gives his views on BBC 3CR
2515 views

Ferret Racing at the Old Sun 2002

A 22 min video of this inaugral charity event organised by The Tuesday Club. This one was in aid of the Primrose Appeal
2514 views

May Day 2000. In the Park Part 1

A 40 min video showing the celebrations in the park - part 1.
2511 views

Rochester Dickens Visit - Early 1980s

An 8 min cine film of a Dickens weekend in Rochester visited by a group from Ampthill - in Victorian clothes.
2508 views

Parkside Hall Refurbishment Update

On August 16th, Ampthill TV was given an exclusive peek into how the refurbishment is progressing.
2508 views

Micro Museum opens

A Micro Museum has been opened in Ampthill Fireplaces. It contains an Ampthill history timeline and various exhibits.
2503 views

Premier Jazzmen 2000

An 80 min video of The Premier Jazzmen (Paul Roberts) at St Andrews Church in aid of the Feoffee Almshouses Charity.
2501 views

Ampthill Armistice 100

Steve Hartley talks to BBC 3 Counties Radio's Nick Koffer about the forthcoming 1st World War armistice celebrations in Ampthill.
2500 views

Mayor's Charity Chinese Meal 2009

The outgoing Mayor, Gary Summerfield hosts a Mayor's Charity Chinese Meal in 2009
2499 views

Ampthill Festival 2013

Ampthill Festival Parade and Gala Day 2013
2499 views

Mayor's Charity 2000

A 16 min video showing two events in aid of the mayor's charity which was to purchase Hi Tec medical equipment.
2498 views

Park Proms 2013 Amp Concert Orchestra pt 1

The first half of Ampthill Concert Orchestra's performance at the 2013 Ampthill Park Proms.
2498 views

Ampthill Music Festival 2000 P1

A 17 min video with extracts from some events & performances in 2000. Includes John & Cleo
2494 views

Luton Town Kids Coaching Week

A 28 min video showing a football coaching week at Redborne School during the summer holidays in 2000.
2490 views

Ampthill Festival 1985

Follow the Inner Wheel Float in the 1985 Ampthill Festival
2486 views

Choral Society 2000 - Concert Part 1

A 23 min film showing the first part of the Society performing Mozart's Requiem at the Methodist Church.
2486 views

Millennium Video Launch 2000

A 55 mn video of the November launch at the Wingfield Club followed by a visit to Three Counties Radio to publicise.
2482 views

Baptist Ch Jubilee Room 2002 Part 2

A 15 min video of the second part of the dedication service for the newly completed Jubilee Room
2481 views

Line Dance

A short video of a class held in the Parkside Hall to teach people to line dance.
2478 views

Rugby Juniors play at Twickenham

A 40 min video of the Under 9s playing in a cup final - before England played Barbarians.
2478 views

Tony Broom at Three Counties Radio

A 30 min video. Tony was a guest on a Radio Show featuring Music from Musicals in 2000.
2476 views

Charity Quiz at the Rugby Club

A 23 min video of extracts from a well attended quiz night at the Rugby Club. In aid of Mayor's Charites in 2000.
2475 views

Jenny Eclair 'in conversation' at the Ampthill Literary Festival.

Jenny Eclair reads extracts from her new book in between making the audience laugh. Intro by Robert Daws
2475 views

Rotary Club Events 1985 - 1987

A 15 min cine film of Rotary Club and Inner Wheel events in 1985 to 1987.
2474 views

Cricket Club 2000 - P3

A 12 min video showing some pitch preparation and a sumer wine testing evening in the clubhouse.
2469 views

Millbrook Village Fete 2010

A short video of the Millbrook Village Fete 2010
2467 views

Groups 2012 On A Wire

Acoustic duo On A Wire play at the 2012 Ampthill Festival Gala Day
2464 views

AmpRocks 2012 - Singing for Chips

Singing for Chips open AmpRocks 2012
2462 views

Switching on the Xmas Lights 2009

A 7 min video of the Christmas Lights switching on ceremony plus a trip around the funfair.
2460 views

Rotary Club 1980s Gala Parades

An 8 min cine film of the Rotary Club and Inner Wheel Floats at the Ampthill Galas in 1982, 1983, 1985 and 1986.
2459 views

Groups 2013 - The Paul Hegley Band

The Paul Hegley Band play at the 2013 Ampthill Festival Gala Day
2441 views

The Shaving of Russell's Beard

Landlord of The Albion, Russell Fletcher, has his beard and head shaved raising over £6000 for Keech Hospice.
2436 views

Queensmen

The Queensmen win the Premier League title in April 2000.
2430 views

Flower Festival 2002

A 15 min video of the Jubilee Flower Festival held in the Baptist Church with a theme of Kings & Queens.
2427 views

Tuesday Club Concert 2001 - P1

A 16 min video showing the first three acts. Prince Charles, Steve and Dave, Ron and Micheal
2426 views

May Day 2000. In the Park Part 2

A 40 min video showing the celebrations in the park - part 2.
2421 views

Millbrook Ferret Racing 2010

Bank Holiday Ferret Racing at Millbrook in aid of charity.
2420 views

The Fuddler Awards Dinner 2008

On the last Sunday of January 2008, a talented group of writers gathered at the Queen's Head to receive awards.
2420 views

Superhero Movie Clip 2

Guy Ingle played Prince Charles in this Hollywood film Superhero Movie clip 2.
2416 views

The Fuddler Awards Dinner 2009

On the last Sunday of January 2009, a talented group of writers gathered at the Queen's Head to receive awards.
2413 views

Groups 2013 - Jack Neville

Jack Neville plays at the 2013 Ampthill Festival Gala Day.
2407 views

Groups 2013 - Big Small Talk

Big Small Talk play on the 2013 Ampthill Festival Gala Day
2390 views

The Fuddler Awards Dinner 2006

On the last Sunday of January 2006, a talented group of writers gathered at the Queen's Head to receive awards.
2384 views

Ampthill Music Festival 2000 P2

An 18 min video with extracts from some of the events & performances from 2000.
2380 views

Parkside Hall Construction Timelapse

See the new Parkside Hall being reconstructed in this six minute time lapse video.
2376 views

Groups 2013 - Kong

Kong open the music for the 2013 Ampthill Festival Gala Day
2361 views

Baptist Ch Jubilee Room 2002 Part 1

A 30 min video of the dedication service for the newly completed Jubilee Room
2356 views

Aragon Day 2005

Pictures of Aragon Day 2005.
2354 views

Ampthill Festival interview on BBC 3CR

Chris Hayes & Yvonne Young discuss the Festival with Nick Coffer, Skies on Fire play one of their songs
2342 views

Groups 2013 - Electric Uke Orchestra

The Electric Uke Orchestra play at the 2013 Festival Gala Day.
2341 views

Choral Society 2000 - Concert Part 2

A 25 min film showing the second part of the Society performing Mozart's Requiem at the Methodist Church
2337 views

The Fuddler Awards Dinner 2007

On the last Sunday of January 2007, a talented group of writers gathered at the Queen's Head to receive awards.
2334 views

Groups 2013 - Rue de la Soul

Rue de la Soul from Nissen Lez Ensurune play at the 2013 Ampthill Festival Gala Day. Interviewed by Hanah Mason.
2324 views

Groups 2012 MLP

MLP play an acoustic set at the 2012 Ampthill Festival Gala Day
2319 views

Russell School - Time Machine

On the last day of the summer term 2000, the pupils performed their Time Machine.
2316 views

Tuesday Club Concert 2001 - P4

A 12 min video showing the final act, Stuart and Sandy
2309 views

The White Hart Fire renovation

The White Hart caught fire on 6th July 2001. Recently discovered video from inside during the renovation by Roger Prest.
2307 views

Chucklefoot appears on Teletubbies

Maulden's own One Man Band Chucklefoot, appears on CBeebies Teletubbies
2302 views

Town Meeting

Cameras were allowed in to the 2000 Town Council Meeting at the Nottingham Rooms.
2295 views

The Airlander flies again

The Airlander has been practising landing! Note the addition of two new teeth to protect the cockpit. (Video - P Martin)
2291 views

MP Dorries interview on ITV Anglia

Back from the jungle, Nadine Dorries is quizzed as to why she went.
2287 views

Ampthill v Hanwell FA Vase Match

The highlights of the Ampthill v Hanwell 5th round FA Vase match on Saturday 15th February 2014 courtesy of TheColdEnd.
2284 views

May Day 2010

On 1st May 2010, Morris Men (and women) gather to dance up the sun.
2276 views

The Royal Masonic School for Girls talk to Astronaut Tim Peake on the

The girls at the Royal Masonic School in Rickmansworth talk to Astronaut Tim Peake on the ISS using the old ATV van.
2262 views

Ampthill Three Legged Race 2013

This year's race is on May 24th. Download your sponsor form from 3LR website. Watch last years race here.
2255 views

Ampthill Literary Festival Opening

Part of the Ampthill Literary Festival 2015. Ted Robbins conducts the official opening.
2250 views

Duke of Bedford War Memorial Rededication

Replacing the stolen plaques and rededicating the memorial. Interview with the Duke and Dowager Duchess of Bedford and Ian Church.
2246 views

Maurice Kachuk appeared on Blue Peter in 1976

13yr old Maurice Kachuk, now proprietor of the famous Maurice Kachuk School of Dancing in Ampthill, danced on Blue Peter.
2246 views

Highlights of Ampthill 2012

A 13 min video showing the highlights of events in Ampthill 2012.
2198 views

Ampthill Literary Festival 2016 Launch Party

Ampthill Lit Fest 2016 is underway with a new name, venue and a host of new guest writers. Find out who & where.
2180 views

Groups 2013 - Alemiens Torch

Alemiens Torch play at the 2013 Ampthill Festival Gala Day.
2152 views

Young Writers Competition Prize Presentation

Part of Ampthill Literary Festival 2015. Ted Robbins & Lisa Williamson read the stories and present the prizes.
2152 views

Ampthill Festival Parade 2016

The parade this year is celebrating 'The Best of British'.
2148 views

'10% Human'. Part of the Ampthill Literary Festival.

Alanna Collen discusses the effect antibiotics have on your body's friendly bacteria and its harmful side effects.
2139 views

The Brafront Guizers

The Brafront Guizers present The Upper Brafront-in-the-Hedges Mumming Play in The Queen's Head, Ampthill
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'The Art of Being Normal'. Part of the Ampthill Literary Festival 2015

Lisa Williamson reads from & talks about her new young adult novel.
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Scientific Discussion at the Ampthill Literary Festival.

Jeremy Ramsden, John Emsley & Alanna Collen join the Literary Festival audience in a discussion of scientific issues.
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Groups 2013 - We Are Sons

We Are Sons play at the 2013 Ampthill Festival Gala Day
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Treating PTSD using the Human Givens Approach

Mandy Prest talks to Ben Keenan about Human Givens, a more modern method of treating Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
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Harvard over Ampthill

A 2nd World War Harvard repeatedly strafes Lockheed Martin's factory in Ampthill.
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Dry January at the Queen's Head in Ampthill

The landlord of the Queen's Head in Ampthill complains that Dry January reduced his takings by 50%
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Ampthill Festival Parade 2018

This years theme is 'Ampthill Festival Going Wild'
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'Where do writers get their ideas?'

Bobby Darbyshire at the 2015 Ampthill Literary Festival discusses how writers actually progress their work.
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'And Why Not?' Barry Norman at the 2015 Ampthill Literary Festival.

Simon Michael talks to veteran journalist Barry Norman about his 60yr career. Part of the 2015 Ampthill Literary Festival
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Hustings at Ampthill Church

All seven candidates in the July 4th 2024 general election meet for hustings at Ampthill Church hosted by the Bishop of Bedford. May help you to decide who to vote for.
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Hoppy Birthday Ampthill Brewhouse!

Ampthill Brewhouse hold their 1st birthday party and launch some new beers.
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Tommy's Footsteps Memorial Service

An extra Remembrance Service in Ampthill this year to celebrate Tommy's Footprints.
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Tommy's Footprints interview on 3CR

Steve Hartley talks about Tommy's Footprints to Nick Coffer on BBC 3 Counties Radio.
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Tommy's Footprints

Volunteers paint 707 pairs of footprints in Ampthill Park. Chris Hayes investigates why.
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'Chemistry At Home'. Part of the 2015 Ampthill Literary Festival.

John Emsley looks at the chemical make-up of various household products.
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Ampthill Festival Parade 2017

This year's theme is space travel.
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Chucklefoot on Britains Got Talent

Chucklefoot auditions for BGT
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Adam Croft on BBC Look East

Successful local author Adam Croft appears on BBC Look East to discuss self publication and self promotion.
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An Evening with Bobby George

Champion dart player Bobby George plays 14 local people at a cricket club event at the Parkside Hall.
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Treating Panic - the Human Givens approach

Mandy Prest talks to Ben Keenan about Human Givens, a more modern method of treating panic & anxiety
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Prima Donna come 3rd in Eurovision Song Contest 1980

Ampthill resident Kate Robbins (Spitting Image, Soho Nights) and sister Jane were in 1980's pop group Prima Donna. Who knew???? Will we ever score points again?
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Local author Adam Croft No 1 on Amazon in UK & USA

Local author Adam Croft tops the author's list in the UK & USA knocking J K Rowling to No 2
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Fidelity Print moves to the Wixams

Ampthill printers Fidelity Print have moved to the Wixams. A 3 min timelapse of the move plus a map and contact details.
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The Airlander visits Ampthill

Houghton Ruins appear to be an attraction for the Airlander.
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Helping survivors of abuse - The Human Givens Approach

Mandy Prest talks to Ben Keenan about Human Givens, a more modern method of helping survivors of abuse.
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An Evening with Keith Deller Pt1

Champion darts player Keith Deller plays 7 members of Ampthill Cricket Club
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National Westminster Bank closure in Ampthill debated in Parliament

MP Nadine Dorries secures a debate in Parliament regarding the closure of the National Westminster Bank in Ampthill.
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Chucklefoot discusses BGT on 3CR

Chucklefoot discusses Britains Got Talent on Three Counties Radio
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The funeral of Chucklefoot

The funeral of Roger Butler (aka Chucklefoot). One man band extraordinaire, Roger had a life of entertaining people on cruise ships, TV and local pubs. His last TV appearance was Britain's Got Talent
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Human Givens - Therapy & Therapists

Mandy Prest talks to Ben Keenan and David Slade about therapy and what to look for in a therapist.
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Universal Studios coming to Kempston Hardwick?

Are Universal Studios planning a major theme park at Kempston Hardwick, between Bedford and Stewartby? This video explores the evidence.
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Remembrance 2020

Due to the ongoing COVID pandemic, this year's service was held without the usual large audience of Ampthill residents.
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Stewartby Brickworks - end of an era

The remaining four chimneys at the old Stewartby brickworks have been demolished.
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Guy Ingle appears as a King Charles lookalike on Good Morning Britain.

During the Coronation celebrations, Guy Ingle appears as King Charles on Good Morning Britain.
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Guy Ingle as a King Charles lookalike on Australian TV.

During the Coronation celebrations, Guy Ingle played King Charles on a London bus in an outside broadcast for Australian TV Sunrise.
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Police Camera Action Helicopter

A 1995 helicopter video of police trapping some armed robbers outside what was then Earls Restaurant in Dunstable St, Ampthill.
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Ampthill Festival Parade 2023

The subject of this year's parade is the spirit of joy, pride and togetherness.
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Maulden Rose Fair 1995

Maulden Rose Fair 1995, prizes presented by "Prince Charles". Video courtesy of Louise Hodge, Fidelity Design & Print, Telford Way, Bedford and Guy Ingle.
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Charles or William? Who should be the next monarch?

Guy Ingle takes part in the big debate as 'Prince Charles'.
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Recovery of a lorry that fell into a field near Houghton House.

A reversing lorry slipped on to its side in a field near to Houghton House, Ampthill. This video shows its downfall and subsequent recovery.
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Another lorry in trouble near Houghton House

A lorry trying to make room for another to pass got stuck deep in mud and required towing out by a CMG heavy recovery vehicle.
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Ampthill Festival Parade 2022

Nice to see it back after two missed years! This year's theme is the Royal Gala Jubilee.
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The Flying Nelliebout (Clophill Roundabout)

An interesting video looking at the recent 'improvements' to the Clophill roundabout made by Auto Shenanigans. You can subscribe to their channel on YouTube.
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Parkside Hall Valentine Fundraiser 2012 Part 1

Prior to the Parkside Hall being redeveloped in 2013, a series of fundraisers were held in 2012. Robert Daws, Amy Robbins, Linda Armstrong, Emma Robbins, Alive & Singing and others produced this gem.
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Affray on Woburn St

On Friday 12th May, a violent affray took place on Woburn Street. Four arrests have been made but police are still appealing for witnesses to come forward.
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Air Ambulance near Houghton House, Ampthill.

The Magpas air ambulance landed close to Ampthill after a man was kicked in the head by a horse. Luckily it wasn't needed.
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The Great Ampthill Cook-Off

Two amateur 'chefs', always arguing about who was the better chef, came head to head 10 years ago. George Preston and David West (now sadly deceased) cooked and the Queen's Head customers judged.
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Parkside Hall Valentine Fundraiser 2012 Part 2

Part 2 of the Parkside Hall fundraiser featuring Robert Daws, Amy Robbins, Linda Armstrong, Emma Robbins, Alive & Singing.
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Three Chicks and a Guitar

A female acoustic group played at the Wingfield Club one sunny afternoon in 2013.
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Guy Ingle plays King Charles at Wembley Arena.

Guy Ingle plays King Charles to a sell-out 12,500 crowd at Wembley Arena in a live 'Bad Friends' UK tour.
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Tour of Britain Cycle Race

The third leg of the race started in Milton Keynes and ended in Ampthill. Video courtesy of ITV Anglia News.
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