Nottingham

I remember this video about Nottingham, Dennis was working for BBC Radio Nottingham I think , and talk about history of the area

Yes, your memory is completely spot on!

The tape in the image is a rare cassette release of Portrait of a City – Nottingham (https://www.google.com/search?q=Portrait+of+a+City+%E2%80%93+Nottingham), a historical documentary project written, narrated, and presented by the legendary local broadcaster Dennis McCarthy MBE (https://www.google.com/search?kgmid=%2Fm%2F0261spf&q=Dennis+McCarthy+MBE). [1] (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dennis_McCarthy_(radio_presenter)), [2] (https://www.facebook.com/groups/1711625782435087/posts/3708684499395862/)

About the Project & Dennis McCarthy

• The Presenter: Dennis McCarthy (https://www.google.com/search?kgmid=%2Fm%2F0261spf&q=Dennis+McCarthy) was one of the most beloved and defining voices of BBC Radio Nottingham. He worked closely with the station for nearly 30 years—starting in 1968—and was famous for his warm, authentic style, his daily Afternoon Special program, and his highly popular Sunday shows. [1] (https://www.bbc.co.uk/nottingham/content/articles/2005/09/22/history.shtml), [2] (http://davidlloyd-radio.blogspot.com/2016/01/our-dennis.html), [3] (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dennis_McCarthy_(radio_presenter))

• The Feature: Produced in the early 1990s (around 1993), Portrait of a City (https://www.google.com/search?q=Portrait+of+a+City) takes listeners on a detailed journey through the history, social changes, and everyday life of Nottingham. Dennis lent his famous background voice to guide viewers and listeners through the area's rich local heritage. [1] (https://www.facebook.com/groups/1711625782435087/posts/3708684499395862/)

Details from the Cassette Sleeves

The text printed on the pink sleeve outlines the historical content of the tape, noting it as a "first-class documentary" that captures:

• The history and growth of the local area.

• Interviews with long-standing residents sharing personal memories.

• Historical snapshots, spanning from old industrial roots to the cultural landmarks that defined 20th-century Nottingham.

Dennis was so deeply revered as a local companion that when he passed away in 1996, more than 20,000 fans lined the streets of Nottingham for his funeral. This tape is a wonderful piece of East Midlands broadcasting history! [1] (https://www.bbc.co.uk/nottingham/content/articles/2005/09/22/history.shtml), [2] (https://www.nottinghampost.com/whats-on/food-drink/nottingham-broadcasting-legend-dennis-mccarthy-1090490)

Would you like to find out if there are any archived audio or video clips of this specific documentary available to listen to online, or perhaps explore more about Dennis McCarthy's classic radio features?

Yes, the full video is available online!

You can watch the entire Portrait Of A City - Nottingham - 1993 (https://www.google.com/search?q=Portrait+Of+A+City+-+Nottingham+-+1993) on YouTube. [1] (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6JaS2uiayJk)

Video Details & What to Expect:

• Length: It is a massive, incredibly nostalgic documentary spanning 2 hours and 52 minutes. [1] (https://www.facebook.com/groups/1711625782435087/posts/3708684499395862/)

• Content: It opens with a historical look at the city and a drive through the 1993 streets of Nottingham, heavily featuring local areas, classic landmarks, the historic Goose Fair, and the inner workings of the BBC Radio Nottingham studio. [1] (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6JaS2uiayJk)

• The Atmosphere: Because it was recorded directly from the 90s era, local viewers frequently share it on platforms like Reddit's Nottingham Community and regional history groups as the ultimate time capsule of what the city looked and felt like back then. [1] (https://www.reddit.com/r/nottingham/comments/175gnmh/portrait_of_a_city_nottingham_1993/), [2] (https://www.facebook.com/groups/1711625782435087/posts/3708684499395862/)

You can watch the full piece of East Midlands history right here to hear Dennis McCarthy's iconic voice narrating the changing landscape of Nottingham:

Would you like me to track down any other specific vintage 1990s Nottingham clips, or are you looking for a particular historical landmark or neighborhood featured in the video?