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It captured everyone's imagination
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It captured everyone's imagination

A letter penned in 1897 by a Sunderland choirboy has inspired an origami quilt of memories. Bill Gibb finds out more.

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February 25, 2023
The UK has amazing marine life
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The UK has amazing marine life

Bill Gibb looks at the work of the British Divers Marine Life Rescue as they celebrate their 35th year.

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February 25, 2023
It's About Time
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It's About Time

Retirement was supposed to be a fresh start for Caroline, if only she could get a moment's peace!

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7 mins  |
February 25, 2023
A Breath Of Country Air
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A Breath Of Country Air

Renowned nature writer Polly Pullar takes a lighthearted look at rural life.

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3 mins  |
February 25, 2023
A Test Of Courage
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A Test Of Courage

Yasmin’s dad needed her but could she reveal her secret project?

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10+ mins  |
February 25, 2023
We Work Together
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We Work Together

Office life just wouldn’t be the same without Ethan...

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7 mins  |
February 25, 2023
The Art Of Laughter
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The Art Of Laughter

Gillian Thornton visits Hampshire to enjoy the artistic talents of cartoonist Norman Thelwell in his centenary year.

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February 25, 2023
Life After Linda
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Life After Linda

It was just Dan and his father now and they needed time to adjust...

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7 mins  |
February 25, 2023
ES! There in the corner are the speakers
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ES! There in the corner are the speakers

In her weekly column, Maddie Grigg shares tales from her life in rural Dorset...

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February 25, 2023
Lovely Glen Lochay
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Lovely Glen Lochay

Willie Shand braves the cold temperatures to enjoy a Stroll near Killin in Perthshire.

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February 25, 2023
The Bidding Wedding
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The Bidding Wedding

MRS JUPP was enjoying her visit to Wales very much.

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10+ mins  |
February 25, 2023
Go Fish!
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Go Fish!

Spending a day by the river was just the thing to keep three lively children entertained...

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6 mins  |
January 07, 2023
The hall was used by the BBC Symphony Orchestra
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The hall was used by the BBC Symphony Orchestra

Bunyan Meeting Church in Bradford had a fascinating role in WWII. Doreen Watson tells Bill Gibb the story.

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January 07, 2023
That's All, She Wrote
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That's All, She Wrote

Jacki Joyce celebrates the life of Angela Lansbury, the versatile actress most loved for her role as TV's favourite amateur sleuth.

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January 07, 2023
On Reflection
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On Reflection

From the manse window

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January 07, 2023
Return To Petershaven
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Return To Petershaven

After their frightening experience, both Chrissie and Jonathan began to see things in a new light...

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January 07, 2023
Let's Get Quizzical
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Let's Get Quizzical

It all came down to the grand final, but who would finish up on top?

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5 mins  |
January 07, 2023
Pets&Vets
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Pets&Vets

Vet Linda Simon shares some tips on how to care for tropical fish.

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January 07, 2023
It's All Relative
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It's All Relative

Isla could never have imagined the secrets her birthday present might reveal.

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10+ mins  |
January 07, 2023
Your money
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Your money

Set your money goals for 2023

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January 07, 2023
Blow Away The Cobwebs
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Blow Away The Cobwebs

January was a good time for fresh starts, yet was finding it difficult...

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January 07, 2023
The Farmer & His Wife
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The Farmer & His Wife

Anne and I treasure this letter, John Taylor says...

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January 07, 2023
For The Love Of Family
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For The Love Of Family

Nancy’s new job at the manor was a big step away from the fishing village where she’d grown up...

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January 07, 2023
Wedding Designs
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Wedding Designs

Is Chloe’s own wedding distracting her from her clients’ big days?

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3 mins  |
January 07, 2023
A Little Gem
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A Little Gem

Surely Donna's sweet new grandchild wouldn't be named anything too outlandish ...

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4 mins  |
January 07, 2023
Health & wellbeing
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Health & wellbeing

Great advice to keep you happy and healthy

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4 mins  |
January 07, 2023
Mending Fences
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Mending Fences

Could Sophie help to rebuild the friendship between her gran and her neighbour?

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7 mins  |
January 07, 2023
I am going to focus on family
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I am going to focus on family

In her weekly column, Maddie Grigg shares tales from her life in rural Dorset ...

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January 07, 2023
Thomas Hardy's Dorchester
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Thomas Hardy's Dorchester

Pat Coulter explores Dorset’s vibrant county town through its museums and literary heritage.

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6 mins  |
January 07, 2023
Riverside
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Riverside

Five-thirty is far too early to get out of bed on Christmas Day!

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December 17, 2022

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