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The Yorkshire Film Archive is a registered charity, and company limited by guarantee, which finds, preserves and provides public access to moving images, about Yorkshire and the Humber. The Archive is governed by a Board of Trustees, whose expertise covers various sectors, including media, broadcast, heritage, commerce, the public sector, and higher education.
Currently, our diverse collections number in excess of 16,000 titles, ranging from films made by the early pioneering filmmakers of the late 19th Century, to recent footage of the changing landscapes and life in the Yorkshire and Humber region. Whether you’re interested in seeing Queen Victoria visiting Sheffield in 1897, Castleford Tigers pursuing the Wembley dream in 1999, or anything in between, our collections really do offer something for everyone. Find out more about how to see our material.
The Archive is located within the Fountains Learning Centre at York St John University, in the centre of York, and has purpose-built premises which include specialist film vaults, film repair and conservation facilities, and a public access viewing room, where people can – by prior appointment – research films from our collections. We also provide advice on film care and preservation.
To get in touch, call us on 01904 876550, send us an email, or visit our contact page for further details.
