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Switzerland for a Franc
Miles Warde follows what happened when British businessman Bruno Prior responded to a newspaper advert offering a ski resort for sale for one Swiss franc.
Miles Warde follows what happened when British businessman Bruno Prior responded to an advert in The Times advertising a ski resort for sale for one Swiss franc.
The main lift breaks in Bruno's first season in charge at the resort, the falling pound hampers his ability to invest and two villagers refuse to sell land where he hopes to build a new hotel.
Last on
Mon 20 Apr 200911:00
BBC Radio 4
Broadcasts
- Mon 16 Mar 200920:00BBC Radio 4
- Mon 20 Apr 200911:00BBC Radio 4
