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Pathways to the Past 2025
Pathways to the Past was Rewind’s first student-led history project, which ran from January to October 2025 and uncovered local stories from across Warwickshire. The project brought together a team of students involved in research, content creation, filmwork, and editing, all united by the aim of making Warwickshire’s history accessible to both students and the wider community.
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At the heart of the project was a series of visits to sites including Warwick Castle, St Mary’s Guildhall, Kenilworth Castle, and the Lord Leycester Hospital, uniting students passionate about documentary filmmaking with researchers, editors, designers, and others.
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The project resulted in the production of Rewind's first ever print edition, a 45-minute documentary, and a range of short-form content, capturing and sharing the unique histories of the county the University of Warwick calls home.
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All content was shared through Rewind’s Instagram, @rewindprojects, inviting audiences to explore Warwickshire’s past, uncover hidden stories, and connect with its present-day communities.
Project Events
On Friday 3rd October at 5 PM, the University of Warwick hosted the Pathways to the Past Project Showcase for students and staff in FAB0.03. The event featured the premiere of Rewind’s new documentary exploring Warwickshire’s people, places, and stories, alongside the launch of the first print edition of Rewind Magazine. Attendees met the team, took part in discussions, and discovered fresh perspectives on local history in a lively and engaging atmosphere.
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A week later, on Saturday 11th October from 4 to 6 PM, a public version of the showcase was held at the Chapter House Cinema in Coventry Cathedral, supported by the Warwick Institute of Engagement. This event invited the wider community to join Rewind on a journey into Coventry and Warwickshire’s past through an interactive showcase and discussion on local history and heritage. The programme included short talks by students, presentations of the project’s work, and small-group conversations exploring how local history shapes identity today.
