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Shankill by the Sea
An intimate portrait of caravan life on the Ards Peninsula, telling the personal stories of those who leave their problems behind in the city and flock to their home from home by the seaside.
An intimate portrait of caravan life on the Ards Peninsula, telling the personal stories of those who leave their problems behind in the city and flock to their ‘home from home’ by the seaside.
In a revealing depiction of working-class Protestant life, this documentary scratches beneath the stereotype of the affectionately nicknamed ‘Shankill by the Sea’ to understand what really draws people to holiday here.
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Wed 8 Jul 202022:45
BBC One Northern Ireland & Northern Ireland HD only
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Joan's home away from home
Duration: 01:56
Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Producer | Raphaelle O'Loan |
| Executive Producer | Mary McKeagney |
| Editor | Cathy Whitla |
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True North
Series of documentaries looking at life in modern-day Northern Ireland.

