National Screen and Sound Archive of Wales preserves and celebrates the sound and moving image heritage of Wales, making it accessible to a wide range of users for enjoyment and learning. Its film collection reflects every aspect of the nationβs social, cultural and working life across the 20th century, giving a fascinating insight into Welsh filmmaking, both amateur and professional.
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Christmas 1952 Santa Claus Comes to Craig Cefn Parc
Santa Claus β wearing the traditional robes and a black mask β arrives in the village of Craig Cefn Parc, near Clydach, Swansea, with a horse-drawn sleigh full of presents.
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Overview
Craig Cefn Parc, near Clydach, Swansea, gets a visit from a Santa wearing a black mask. He is accompanied by a horse-drawn sleigh full of presents and a groom wearing top hat and tails. A crowd of children gather and two good boys, thanks to Santa, become cowboys.
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