For several years Elstree Screen Heritage, chaired by Paul Welsh, has worked closely with Elstree Screen Arts (ESA) Academy to promote our unique local film and TV heritage. When I asked Chris Mitchell, Principal Director of ESA, whether he could...
More infoTribute to the late Paul Welsh
As a tribute to the late Paul Welsh, the Museum (Dave Armitage) and Hertsmere (Ruth Stratton and Hannah Oliver) have worked with Elstree Screen Heritage (Bob Redman) to create a display of 10 panels in the reception area of #96. We have chosen a...
More infoFuneral details for Paul Welsh – Monday 7th October
We can now confirm the details for Paul Welsh’s funeral, which will take place on Monday, 7th October. The funeral service will take place at All Saints Church, 94 Shenley Road at 11am. Following the service, we will proceed to Allum Lane...
More infoIn memory of Paul Douglas Welsh 18/07/1953 – 04/09/2024
Paul Welsh MBE hon MA died peacefully early hours of this morning (04/09/24) from liver failure aged 71. Paul was born on 18 July 1953 in the same house he occupied for the rest of his life in Borehamwood. His family, all predeceased, included...
More infoNearly 500 copies!
We’ve said it before, but when Elstree Screen Heritage launched Paul Welsh’s latest book MGM British Studios: Hollywood in Hertfordshire back in May, we really had no idea it would be this popular! Just over five months later, we’d...
More infoFour months later and still going strong…
When we launched Paul Welsh’s latest book MGM British Studios: Hollywood in Hertfordshire on this website, we had no idea how well it would be received. Just over four months later, we’d like to take a moment to thank everyone who has...
More infoSales and publicity update for MGM British Studios
With over 500 copies sold in the two months since publication, and new orders coming in every day, it’s safe to say that MGM British Studios: Hollywood in Hertfordshire is proving a hit! If you haven’t got one yet, buy your copy now...
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