The ending of the name of this village near Oxford, means "cleared ground": the Old English term for that was "ley" — just up the road from modern Iffley, the town of Cowley also preserves the Old English ending and meaning in its name.
No records of the foundation of Iffley have been found, but the reason for its founding is clear from the location: Iffley has a little hill, and so is the first place downriver from Oxford from which traffic on the Thames might be surveyed, and controlled — and where people might be safe from floods:
Archive footage of Iffley lock in the1970s | 8mm home movie film
*IFFLEY LOCK 1970s*
Archive footage of Iffley lock shot by an English filmmaker while traveling to England in the 1972.
This archive footage of Iffley lock contains historical stock footage of Iffley lock in the 1970s, England life in the 70s, view from the boat and more
These are classic 8mm home movie footage, probably shot during a family trip
In this Iffley lock archive footage you can see a lock on the River Thames in England near the village of Iffley, Oxfordshire. It is on the southern outskirts of Oxford. The original lock was built by the Oxford-Burcot Commission in 1631 and the Thames Navigation Commission replaced this in 1793. The lock has a set of rollers to allow punts and rowing boats to be moved between the water levels.
In addition the lock and weir streams there is str...
published: 04 Jan 2023
The Geology of Iffley - a Virtual Tour
Once again the Society has benefited from the talents and generosity of one of our neighbours: Bruce Levell, Visiting Professor in the Oxford Department of Earth Science (an expert clastic sedimentologist, seismic stratigrapher and regional geologist) who shared his knowledge with us through the focus of "The Geology of Iffley - a Virtual Tour." We were able to see and understand our village, its site and its built environment, in far greater depth than ever before.
Correction (with apologies to his family and friends) the hospitable garden owner was Rom (not Ron) Harré (https://www.philosophy.ox.ac.uk/article/in-memoriam-rom-harre)
King Smasher & Lee Iffley - Stay (Official Music Video)
King Smasher & Lee Iffley - Stay (Official Music Video)
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published: 04 Aug 2022
Iffley Oxford
Summer iffley OXFORD
published: 11 Jul 2020
Iffley Lock, river Thames, Oxford
Iffley lock, river Thames, Oxford. A lovely sunny day and the lock was really busy!
published: 24 Aug 2012
37m Walk up River Thames in Oxford UK - Iffley Lock to Folly Bridge [4K]
Reconnect with nature in a walking tour along sunny England's River Thames in Oxford. Route includes Iffley Lock, Donnington Bridge and Folly Bridge as well as a few swans and ducks.
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Iffley Lock is a lock on the River Thames in England near the village of Iffley, Oxfordshire. It is on the southern outskirts of Oxford. The original lock was built by the Oxford-Burcot Commission in 1631 and the Thames Navigation Commission replaced this in 1793. The lock has a set of rollers to allow punts and rowing boats to be moved between the water levels.
In addition the lock and weir streams there is stream further to the east which used to be the Mill Stream.
The weir is downstream of the lock, where the weir stream is joined by the mill stream.
Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Iffley_Lock
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published: 23 Sep 2021
Iffley Open House - Chapter One
A winter shelter for the homeless people of Oxford.
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published: 09 Jan 2017
Iffley Gym
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published: 07 Feb 2016
IFFLEY LOCK - OXFORD - IFFLEY VILLAGE
Iffley Lock is a lock on the River Thames in England near the village of Iffley, Oxfordshire. It is on the southern outskirts of Oxford. The original lock was built by the Oxford-Burcot Commission in 1631 and the Thames Navigation Commission replaced this in 1793. The lock has a set of rollers to allow punts and rowing boats to be moved between the water levels.
In addition the lock and weir streams there is stream further to the east which used to be the Mill Stream.
The weir is downstream of the lock, where the weir stream is joined by the mill stream.
*IFFLEY LOCK 1970s*
Archive footage of Iffley lock shot by an English filmmaker while traveling to England in the 1972.
This archive footage of Iffley lock con...
*IFFLEY LOCK 1970s*
Archive footage of Iffley lock shot by an English filmmaker while traveling to England in the 1972.
This archive footage of Iffley lock contains historical stock footage of Iffley lock in the 1970s, England life in the 70s, view from the boat and more
These are classic 8mm home movie footage, probably shot during a family trip
In this Iffley lock archive footage you can see a lock on the River Thames in England near the village of Iffley, Oxfordshire. It is on the southern outskirts of Oxford. The original lock was built by the Oxford-Burcot Commission in 1631 and the Thames Navigation Commission replaced this in 1793. The lock has a set of rollers to allow punts and rowing boats to be moved between the water levels.
In addition the lock and weir streams there is stream further to the east which used to be the Mill Stream.
The weir is downstream of the lock, where the weir stream is joined by the mill stream.
source ➝ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Iffley_Lock
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Unfortunately, the condition of these film reels is often dramatic, as they are stored in inadequate places and handed down to individuals who don’t know how to project them.
At Archival Footage Service, we strive to build an archive of family films that is accessible to everyone through our YouTube channel.
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*IFFLEY LOCK 1970s*
Archive footage of Iffley lock shot by an English filmmaker while traveling to England in the 1972.
This archive footage of Iffley lock contains historical stock footage of Iffley lock in the 1970s, England life in the 70s, view from the boat and more
These are classic 8mm home movie footage, probably shot during a family trip
In this Iffley lock archive footage you can see a lock on the River Thames in England near the village of Iffley, Oxfordshire. It is on the southern outskirts of Oxford. The original lock was built by the Oxford-Burcot Commission in 1631 and the Thames Navigation Commission replaced this in 1793. The lock has a set of rollers to allow punts and rowing boats to be moved between the water levels.
In addition the lock and weir streams there is stream further to the east which used to be the Mill Stream.
The weir is downstream of the lock, where the weir stream is joined by the mill stream.
source ➝ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Iffley_Lock
*WHY 8MM & SUPER8 HOME MOVIE ARCHIVAL FOOTAGE IS IMPORTANT?*
Old Family films shot on 8mm/super8 (sometimes even on 16mm or 35mm) are an invaluable collection of unseen personal testimonies from our history.
Unfortunately, the condition of these film reels is often dramatic, as they are stored in inadequate places and handed down to individuals who don’t know how to project them.
At Archival Footage Service, we strive to build an archive of family films that is accessible to everyone through our YouTube channel.
*INTERESTED IN LICENSING THIS VIDEO FOR YOUR PROJECTS?*
Interested in licensing this archive footage of Iffley lock featured in this video for your projects? Contact us directly at [email protected] to explore the purchase options and licensing details
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#archivalfootageservice #iffleylock #oxfordshire #8mm #archivefootage #homemovie #vintagevideo #familyfilm #oldvideo #engalnd #1970s #1970 #70s #seventy #Thames
Once again the Society has benefited from the talents and generosity of one of our neighbours: Bruce Levell, Visiting Professor in the Oxford Department of Eart...
Once again the Society has benefited from the talents and generosity of one of our neighbours: Bruce Levell, Visiting Professor in the Oxford Department of Earth Science (an expert clastic sedimentologist, seismic stratigrapher and regional geologist) who shared his knowledge with us through the focus of "The Geology of Iffley - a Virtual Tour." We were able to see and understand our village, its site and its built environment, in far greater depth than ever before.
Correction (with apologies to his family and friends) the hospitable garden owner was Rom (not Ron) Harré (https://www.philosophy.ox.ac.uk/article/in-memoriam-rom-harre)
Once again the Society has benefited from the talents and generosity of one of our neighbours: Bruce Levell, Visiting Professor in the Oxford Department of Earth Science (an expert clastic sedimentologist, seismic stratigrapher and regional geologist) who shared his knowledge with us through the focus of "The Geology of Iffley - a Virtual Tour." We were able to see and understand our village, its site and its built environment, in far greater depth than ever before.
Correction (with apologies to his family and friends) the hospitable garden owner was Rom (not Ron) Harré (https://www.philosophy.ox.ac.uk/article/in-memoriam-rom-harre)
King Smasher & Lee Iffley - Stay (Official Music Video)
Stream The Single On All Digital Platforms:
https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/kingsmasher/stay-feat-lee...
King Smasher & Lee Iffley - Stay (Official Music Video)
Stream The Single On All Digital Platforms:
https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/kingsmasher/stay-feat-lee-iffley
Artist : King Smasher & Lee Iffley
Visuals : @lightsmith_cpt
Composers : Vinashco Williams & Tyrone Maarman
Mix & Master : @EzeeMimoBeatz & @faabeats6748
King Smasher & Lee Iffley - Stay (Official Music Video)
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King Smasher & Lee Iffley - Stay (Official Music Video)
Stream The Single On All Digital Platforms:
https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/kingsmasher/stay-feat-lee-iffley
Artist : King Smasher & Lee Iffley
Visuals : @lightsmith_cpt
Composers : Vinashco Williams & Tyrone Maarman
Mix & Master : @EzeeMimoBeatz & @faabeats6748
King Smasher & Lee Iffley - Stay (Official Music Video)
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#kingsmasher #leeiffley #musicvideo
Reconnect with nature in a walking tour along sunny England's River Thames in Oxford. Route includes Iffley Lock, Donnington Bridge and Folly Bridge as well as ...
Reconnect with nature in a walking tour along sunny England's River Thames in Oxford. Route includes Iffley Lock, Donnington Bridge and Folly Bridge as well as a few swans and ducks.
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Iffley Lock is a lock on the River Thames in England near the village of Iffley, Oxfordshire. It is on the southern outskirts of Oxford. The original lock was built by the Oxford-Burcot Commission in 1631 and the Thames Navigation Commission replaced this in 1793. The lock has a set of rollers to allow punts and rowing boats to be moved between the water levels.
In addition the lock and weir streams there is stream further to the east which used to be the Mill Stream.
The weir is downstream of the lock, where the weir stream is joined by the mill stream.
Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Iffley_Lock
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Donnington Bridge graffiti
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Folly Bridge is a stone bridge over the River Thames carrying the Abingdon Road south from the centre of Oxford, England. It was erected in 1825–27, to designs of a little-known architect, Ebenezer Perry (died 1850), who practised in London.
The bridge is in two parts separated by an island. The origin of the name is uncertain although it has been suggested that it originated about 1650 after a tenant of Bacon's study.
Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Folly_Bridge
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Zen Flamingos City Walks & Rides [4K]
Shot with GoPro HERO9 BLACK #GoPro
Reconnect with nature in a walking tour along sunny England's River Thames in Oxford. Route includes Iffley Lock, Donnington Bridge and Folly Bridge as well as a few swans and ducks.
-
Iffley Lock is a lock on the River Thames in England near the village of Iffley, Oxfordshire. It is on the southern outskirts of Oxford. The original lock was built by the Oxford-Burcot Commission in 1631 and the Thames Navigation Commission replaced this in 1793. The lock has a set of rollers to allow punts and rowing boats to be moved between the water levels.
In addition the lock and weir streams there is stream further to the east which used to be the Mill Stream.
The weir is downstream of the lock, where the weir stream is joined by the mill stream.
Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Iffley_Lock
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Donnington Bridge graffiti
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Folly Bridge is a stone bridge over the River Thames carrying the Abingdon Road south from the centre of Oxford, England. It was erected in 1825–27, to designs of a little-known architect, Ebenezer Perry (died 1850), who practised in London.
The bridge is in two parts separated by an island. The origin of the name is uncertain although it has been suggested that it originated about 1650 after a tenant of Bacon's study.
Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Folly_Bridge
-
Zen Flamingos City Walks & Rides [4K]
Shot with GoPro HERO9 BLACK #GoPro
A winter shelter for the homeless people of Oxford.
A huge empty building owned by Wadham College is put to good use!
The community needs your support. Share t...
A winter shelter for the homeless people of Oxford.
A huge empty building owned by Wadham College is put to good use!
The community needs your support. Share this video. Offer practical support. Sign the petition:
www.tinyurl.com/h4spngm
Contact: [email protected]
A winter shelter for the homeless people of Oxford.
A huge empty building owned by Wadham College is put to good use!
The community needs your support. Share this video. Offer practical support. Sign the petition:
www.tinyurl.com/h4spngm
Contact: [email protected]
Iffley Lock is a lock on the River Thames in England near the village of Iffley, Oxfordshire. It is on the southern outskirts of Oxford. The original lock was b...
Iffley Lock is a lock on the River Thames in England near the village of Iffley, Oxfordshire. It is on the southern outskirts of Oxford. The original lock was built by the Oxford-Burcot Commission in 1631 and the Thames Navigation Commission replaced this in 1793. The lock has a set of rollers to allow punts and rowing boats to be moved between the water levels.
In addition the lock and weir streams there is stream further to the east which used to be the Mill Stream.
The weir is downstream of the lock, where the weir stream is joined by the mill stream.
Iffley Lock is a lock on the River Thames in England near the village of Iffley, Oxfordshire. It is on the southern outskirts of Oxford. The original lock was built by the Oxford-Burcot Commission in 1631 and the Thames Navigation Commission replaced this in 1793. The lock has a set of rollers to allow punts and rowing boats to be moved between the water levels.
In addition the lock and weir streams there is stream further to the east which used to be the Mill Stream.
The weir is downstream of the lock, where the weir stream is joined by the mill stream.
*IFFLEY LOCK 1970s*
Archive footage of Iffley lock shot by an English filmmaker while traveling to England in the 1972.
This archive footage of Iffley lock contains historical stock footage of Iffley lock in the 1970s, England life in the 70s, view from the boat and more
These are classic 8mm home movie footage, probably shot during a family trip
In this Iffley lock archive footage you can see a lock on the River Thames in England near the village of Iffley, Oxfordshire. It is on the southern outskirts of Oxford. The original lock was built by the Oxford-Burcot Commission in 1631 and the Thames Navigation Commission replaced this in 1793. The lock has a set of rollers to allow punts and rowing boats to be moved between the water levels.
In addition the lock and weir streams there is stream further to the east which used to be the Mill Stream.
The weir is downstream of the lock, where the weir stream is joined by the mill stream.
source ➝ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Iffley_Lock
*WHY 8MM & SUPER8 HOME MOVIE ARCHIVAL FOOTAGE IS IMPORTANT?*
Old Family films shot on 8mm/super8 (sometimes even on 16mm or 35mm) are an invaluable collection of unseen personal testimonies from our history.
Unfortunately, the condition of these film reels is often dramatic, as they are stored in inadequate places and handed down to individuals who don’t know how to project them.
At Archival Footage Service, we strive to build an archive of family films that is accessible to everyone through our YouTube channel.
*INTERESTED IN LICENSING THIS VIDEO FOR YOUR PROJECTS?*
Interested in licensing this archive footage of Iffley lock featured in this video for your projects? Contact us directly at [email protected] to explore the purchase options and licensing details
*ARCHIVAL BUNDLES PACK FOR YOUR PROJECTS*
Explore our archival bundles suitable for your projects:
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLoXiva5IZxZJwATZWRt09CjPBdvVGQO2q&si=3Vc3OB7stApdtdiS
buy here https://www.archivalfootageservice.com/archival-footage-bundle/
*NOT JUST ARCHIVES, DISCOVER OUR 8MM & SUPER8 VINTAGE EFFECTS*
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Don’t forget to subscribe!
*CONNECT WITH US*
Visit our archive footage website:
https://www.archivalfootageservice.com/
For inquiries, information, or specialized archival research, don't hesitate to reach out to us. We're here to help with all your needs!
[email protected]
*FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL*
Stay updated and connect with us on our social media platforms:
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#archivalfootageservice #iffleylock #oxfordshire #8mm #archivefootage #homemovie #vintagevideo #familyfilm #oldvideo #engalnd #1970s #1970 #70s #seventy #Thames
Once again the Society has benefited from the talents and generosity of one of our neighbours: Bruce Levell, Visiting Professor in the Oxford Department of Earth Science (an expert clastic sedimentologist, seismic stratigrapher and regional geologist) who shared his knowledge with us through the focus of "The Geology of Iffley - a Virtual Tour." We were able to see and understand our village, its site and its built environment, in far greater depth than ever before.
Correction (with apologies to his family and friends) the hospitable garden owner was Rom (not Ron) Harré (https://www.philosophy.ox.ac.uk/article/in-memoriam-rom-harre)
King Smasher & Lee Iffley - Stay (Official Music Video)
Stream The Single On All Digital Platforms:
https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/kingsmasher/stay-feat-lee-iffley
Artist : King Smasher & Lee Iffley
Visuals : @lightsmith_cpt
Composers : Vinashco Williams & Tyrone Maarman
Mix & Master : @EzeeMimoBeatz & @faabeats6748
King Smasher & Lee Iffley - Stay (Official Music Video)
Follow Me On All Socials 📲
Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/Smasher-The-...
Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/smashertheg...
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#kingsmasher #leeiffley #musicvideo
Reconnect with nature in a walking tour along sunny England's River Thames in Oxford. Route includes Iffley Lock, Donnington Bridge and Folly Bridge as well as a few swans and ducks.
-
Iffley Lock is a lock on the River Thames in England near the village of Iffley, Oxfordshire. It is on the southern outskirts of Oxford. The original lock was built by the Oxford-Burcot Commission in 1631 and the Thames Navigation Commission replaced this in 1793. The lock has a set of rollers to allow punts and rowing boats to be moved between the water levels.
In addition the lock and weir streams there is stream further to the east which used to be the Mill Stream.
The weir is downstream of the lock, where the weir stream is joined by the mill stream.
Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Iffley_Lock
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Donnington Bridge graffiti
-
Folly Bridge is a stone bridge over the River Thames carrying the Abingdon Road south from the centre of Oxford, England. It was erected in 1825–27, to designs of a little-known architect, Ebenezer Perry (died 1850), who practised in London.
The bridge is in two parts separated by an island. The origin of the name is uncertain although it has been suggested that it originated about 1650 after a tenant of Bacon's study.
Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Folly_Bridge
-
Zen Flamingos City Walks & Rides [4K]
Shot with GoPro HERO9 BLACK #GoPro
A winter shelter for the homeless people of Oxford.
A huge empty building owned by Wadham College is put to good use!
The community needs your support. Share this video. Offer practical support. Sign the petition:
www.tinyurl.com/h4spngm
Contact: [email protected]
Iffley Lock is a lock on the River Thames in England near the village of Iffley, Oxfordshire. It is on the southern outskirts of Oxford. The original lock was built by the Oxford-Burcot Commission in 1631 and the Thames Navigation Commission replaced this in 1793. The lock has a set of rollers to allow punts and rowing boats to be moved between the water levels.
In addition the lock and weir streams there is stream further to the east which used to be the Mill Stream.
The weir is downstream of the lock, where the weir stream is joined by the mill stream.
The ending of the name of this village near Oxford, means "cleared ground": the Old English term for that was "ley" — just up the road from modern Iffley, the town of Cowley also preserves the Old English ending and meaning in its name.
No records of the foundation of Iffley have been found, but the reason for its founding is clear from the location: Iffley has a little hill, and so is the first place downriver from Oxford from which traffic on the Thames might be surveyed, and controlled — and where people might be safe from floods:
Uh huh, life's like this Uh huh, uh huh, that's the way it is Cause life's like this Uh huh, uh huh that's the way it is Chill out whatcha yellin' for? Lay back it's all been done before And if you could only let it be you will see I like you the way you are When we're driving in your car and you're talking to me one on one but you become Somebody else 'round everyone else You're watching your back like you can't relax You try to be cool you look like a fool to me Tell me Why'd you have to go and make things so complicated? I see the way you're acting like you're somebody else gets me frustrated Life's like this you And you fall and you crawl and you break and you take what you get and you turn it into honesty and promise me I'm never gonna find you fake it no no no You come over unannounced dressed up like you're something else where you are and where it's at you see you're making me laugh out when you strike your pose take off all your preppy clothes you know you're not fooling anyone when you become Somebody else 'round everyone else Watching your back, like you can't relax Trying to be cool you look like a fool to me Tell me Why'd you have to go and make things so complicated? I see the way you're acting like you're somebody else Gets me frustrated Life's like this you You fall and you crawl and you break and you take what you get and you turn it into honesty you promise me I'm never gonna find you fake it no no Chill out whatcha yelling for? Lay back, it's all been done before And if you could only let it be You will see Somebody else 'round everyone else You're watching your back, like you can't relax You're trying to be cool, you look like a fool to me Tell me Why'd you have to go and make things so complicated? I see the way you're acting like you're somebody else gets me frustrated Life's like this you You fall and you crawl and you break and you take what you get and you turn it into honesty and promise me I'm never gonna find you fake it no no Why'd you have to go and make things so complicated? I see the way you're acting like you're somebody else gets me frustrated Life's like this you You fall and you crawl and you break and you take what you get and you turn it into honesty