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3. Avalanche

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An avalanche poses a problem on the line and even a fishing trip takes a dramatic turn. Stars Paul Copley and Victoria Carling.

An avalanche poses a problem on the line and even a fishing trip takes a dramatic turn.

E Nesbit's much loved story dramatised by Marcy Kahan.

Roberta …… Victoria Carling
Peter …… Daniel Ison
Phyllis …… Kate McEnery
Mother …… Frances Jeater
The Old Gentleman …… Timothy Bateson
Perks …… Paul Copley
Dr Forrest …… Peter Howell
Szczepansky …… Michael Poole
Mrs Viney …… Jenny Howe

Other parts played by:

Michael Turner
Andrew Wincott

Music composed by Elizabeth Parker of the BBC Radiophonic Workshop.

Director: John Taylor

First broadcast on BBC Radio 5 in January 1991.

30 minutes

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