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“Something to aim at”a film tribute to Tom Simpson.

June 18, 2017 @ 4:00 pm - 6:30 pm

Two weeks before the 2017 Tour de France starts and in the 50th year after Tom Simpson tragically died on Mont Ventoux, this film is a moving tribute to Tom and covers a few of his victories (Tour of Flanders 1961, Milan San Remo 1964 & Bordeaux-Paris 1963). It traces his life from humble beginnings in a small mining village in Durham to becoming World Champion in 1965.

The film has been compiled by Ray Pascoe, an independent documentary film maker who specialises in cycle racing films, and who worked for Pinewood Group at their Shepperton & Pinewood studios until a few years ago. Some of his other films include The Brit Pack, 2 Days 2 Nights, Brian Robinson – a gentleman cyclist, and Alf Engers – the King.

The running time for the Tom Simpson Film is about 80 minutes. After a short interval Ray will screen the short film “Notebook from the Tour de France” which he made in 2013. It includes rarely seen footage taken behind the scenes at the Tour and features Mark Cavendish & Team Sky. Following this Ray will take questions from the audience

The Roses is a busy and popular arts centre in Tewkesbury which has an eclectic programme of films, live events and exhibitions. In addition to its 300 seat capacity is a great coffee shop in the foyer and a bar + there is loads of convenient parking close at hand.

Tickets go on sale on 26th May 2017 at £7 – easy to book by phoning the cinema (01684 295074).

Details

Date:
June 18, 2017
Time:
4:00 pm - 6:30 pm
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Organiser

Steve Watson
Email:
mailto:stephenwatson53@yahoo.co.uk

Venue

Roses Theatre
Sun St
Tewkesbury , Glos. GL20 5NX United Kingdom
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Phone:
01684 295074
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