Archive Dig: Chepstow at Night Drone Stock Footage Unearthed (Pack #175!)
Sometimes, you find unexpected things buried deep in the stock footage archive! This is exactly the case with Clip Pack #175 – Chepstow Stock Footage, At Night. This isn't the result of a meticulously planned filming expedition; it's the byproduct of testing out a new drone late one night near Christmas time. I was actually down near Chepstow filming horse racing during the day, but had the drone with me and thought, "Why not grab a few night shots over the town centre?"
So, out I went. Was it a Welsh wonder? Maybe more of a Welsh wander... Let's be perfectly honest: Chepstow at night, especially out of season, isn't exactly Las Vegas. It's a small, charming Welsh town, and this footage reflects that. It's basic, functional, pulled straight from the hard drive. But sometimes, basic and functional is exactly what an editor needs, especially for background plates or quick establishing shots.
What Did I Capture on My Night-Time Drone Test?
This pack contains 17 drone clips (5m 22s, 1.23GB, assumed 4K UHD as standard), offering glimpses of:
Chepstow Town Centre: Aerial views over the high street, buildings, and houses, illuminated by streetlights and festive Christmas lights.
Street Level Activity: Captures cars moving below and the general quiet atmosphere of a small town after dark.
Key Views: Includes local shops and a drone timelapse sequence offering a broader view of the town centre, with Chepstow Castle visible.
Unexpected Drama: There's one clip that stands out – an ambulance rushing through the streets, blue lights flashing. That single shot could tell a story all on its own!
It might be archive footage from a test flight, but it could be just the niche shot someone needs for a specific scene set in a UK town at night, perhaps during the festive period. And because it's an archive find, I'm offering it at an absolute bargain price of just £149.
Chepstow stock footage preview
Standard Licensing Applies, Even for Archive Finds!
Despite being basic archive footage, the usual benefits apply:
Royalty-Free: No extra fees for 4K UHD resolution.
TV & Film Use Included: Use it in your professional productions without extra charges (Full terms apply).
(As always with archive footage, please review the previews carefully to ensure suitability for your project's quality requirements).
Looking for More Epic Welsh Footage?
While Pack #175 offers a specific, perhaps slightly mundane, slice of Welsh town life at night, the library is absolutely brimming with truly breathtaking footage from across Wales, particularly Snowdonia. If you need something with more grandeur, check these out:
Clip Pack #141 - Caernarfon, Wales - 4K Drone Stock Video Footage
Contrast Chepstow's quiet streets with the imposing majesty of Caernarfon! This pack delivers 50 premium 4K drone clips focused entirely on the magnificent Caernarfon Castle (a UNESCO World Heritage site) and its stunning coastal setting. Featuring dramatic shots captured at sunrise, sunset, and night, the castle is the undeniable star, showcasing its incredible architecture and historical significance.
Beyond the castle itself, you get beautiful footage of the harbour marina, the Menai Strait, sailboats, the town's charming streets, and sweeping vistas towards Snowdonia in the background. The pack even includes three dynamic timelapse sequences (castle, marina, night sky). If you need high-impact, cinematic footage of one of Wales' most iconic locations, this pack offers incredible depth and visual flair, covering 32 minutes of footage.
Clip Pack #180 – Ffynnon Lloer Snowdonia Stock Footage
For an authentic taste of adventure in the Welsh mountains, look no further than this recent gem. Documenting a two-day hike and wild camp with my sons (all fully model-released!) around the beautiful Ffynnon Lloer ('Well of the Moon') in the Carneddau, this pack is packed with stunning visuals. Across 75 clips (drone and tripod mix), you get epic mountain landscapes, views of Tryfan and the Glyderau, perfect summer weather, and all the details of wild camping – setting up the MSR tent, cooking bacon rolls, washing in streams!
It captures the raw beauty and the human element of exploring Snowdonia's high places. The drone shots offer vast perspectives, while the tripod work grounds the viewer in the experience. If you need footage that tells a story of adventure, resilience, and the breathtaking beauty of Snowdonia National Park, this pack (17m 23s) is a must-see.
Clip Pack #54 – Rhinog Fawr, Rhinogydd, Snowdonia National Park - Stock Video Footage
Ready for Snowdonia's wild side? The Rhinogydd range is known for its incredibly rugged terrain, pathless expanses, and remote beauty. This massive pack (231 clips!) documents a challenging journey up Rhinog Fawr, showcasing this less-visited but stunningly dramatic part of the National Park. Expect spectacular drone footage soaring over rocky peaks and vast valleys, alongside tough hiking and scrambling sequences captured from ground level.
The pack includes camping moments amidst the wilderness, historic features like the Roman Steps, views stretching towards Llyn Trawsfynydd and the Snowdon Massif, dramatic sunsets, and even two premium timelapse sequences featuring a mesmerizing cloud inversion at sunrise. If your project needs footage depicting true wildness, challenging mountain environments, and the raw, untamed beauty of Snowdonia, this extensive collection (57 minutes) is an invaluable resource.
Explore the Archive – From Chepstow to Snowdon
So, whether you need a simple night shot from an archive dig like Clip Pack #175, or the jaw-dropping vistas found in the extensive Wales and Snowdonia collection, the library aims to provide.
Check out the previews and find the perfect shot for your project at www.ChrisHomer.uk!
17 drone clips (incl. 1 timelapse) | 5 minutes 22 seconds | 1.23GB | 4K UHD
Pulled out of the drone stock footage archive, buried deep! This is Clip Pack #175. I had been testing a new drone in Chepstow near Christmas time (no, it wasn't a present - I was actually there filming horse racing nearby!) but got out into Chepstow town centre at night for some drone stock footage capturing. I came back with this interesting collection. Chepstow is a small Welsh town, there's not a lot there, and even less to see at night, so what you get here is basic footage, yanked from the archive – but hopefully useful for specific needs!
Footage Highlights:
Drone shots captured over Chepstow town centre at night.
Views including the high street, houses, buildings, and streets illuminated by Christmas lights.
Cars moving through the streets below, adding a touch of life.
Shots featuring local shops.
Highlight 1: A drone timelapse sequence showing the town centre, with Chepstow Castle visible.
Highlight 2: A potentially story-telling clip capturing an ambulance rushing through the streets with its blue light blaring.
Perfect For:
Editors needing affordable, atmospheric night-time UK town backgrounds or establishing shots.
Productions requiring specific Chepstow visuals, especially with Christmas lights.
News or documentary segments needing generic UK town-at-night B-roll.
Low-budget projects seeking functional archive footage.
Licensing & Value:
An absolute bargain archive price at just £149!
Royalty-Free: No extra fees for 4K UHD resolution.
No extra fees for use in TV and film productions.
(Note: This is basic archive footage captured during drone testing. Please review previews carefully for suitability. Full terms and conditions apply).