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The guys discover dark histories in pubs that witnessed murder and gruesome punishments in the 1800s, and meet a folk singer who keeps the city's historic tales alive.
The Hairy Bikers' pub tour takes them to Edinburgh where they delve into the evil doings of Burke and Hare.
On the way they discover dark histories in pubs that witnessed murder, crime and gruesome punishments in the 1800s, and hear of a ghost who visits one of the city's oldest bars.
They also meet a pub folk singer who keeps the city's historic tales alive in his songs.
Last on
Tue 11 Apr 202314:15
Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Presenter | Dave Myers |
| Presenter | Si King |
| Director | Graham Dixon |
| Director | Sharon Adam |
| Series Producer | Julie Grant |
| Executive Producer | Jo Roe |
Broadcasts
- Mon 2 May 201618:30
- Tue 21 Jun 201608:00
- Mon 18 Mar 201915:15
- Tue 11 Apr 202314:15BBC Two except Scotland
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