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The series exploring the 20th-century through journals and correspondence. George Allen's 1904 diary of his record-attempting walk, freely adapted by Stephen Wakelam.

The series exploring the twentieth century through the journals and correspondence of real people. George Allen's 1904 diary of his record attempting walk to promote the benefits of vegetarianism, freely adapted by Stephen Wakelam. Plymouth is difficult to leave.

Scrumpy Jack

Pianist: Pete Ringrose

Director: David Hunter.

15 minutes

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Tue 20 Sep 201619:45
BBC Radio 4

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Credits

George H AllenEdward Hogg
Annie AllenSarah Thom
Arthur ColeTom Forrister
JackBlake Ritson
DeanBrian Protheroe
Pony Trap ManJames Lailey
Devon LandlordJason Barnett
BakerKirsty Oswald
AuthorGeorge Allen
AdaptorStephen Wakelam
DirectorDavid Hunter

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  • Tue 20 Sep 201610:45
    BBC Radio 4
  • Tue 20 Sep 201619:45
    BBC Radio 4

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