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The Matter of the North

Melvyn Bragg explores the pivotal role of England's north in the shaping of modern Britain.

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Invasion: Vikings and Normans

Invasion: Vikings and Normans

In programme 3 Melvyn Bragg tells the stories of two sets of Vikings who left a permanent mark on the North of England -... Read more

31 Aug 2016

27mins

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Lakes and Moors: The Power of Northern Landscapes

Lakes and Moors: The Power of Northern Landscapes

Northern landscapes take centre stage in Episode Five as Melvyn Bragg celebrates the fells, lakes and moors that he love... Read more

2 Sep 2016

27mins

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The Rebellious Tongues of the North

The Rebellious Tongues of the North

Episode Four is the story of rebellion and dissent in the north - and the way northern dialect is beginning to be margin... Read more

1 Sep 2016

27mins

Ranked #4

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Northern Power: Speaking From the North

Northern Power: Speaking From the North

In this final programme Melvyn Bragg celebrates the power of northern voices in our sporting life, and asks what being a... Read more

9 Sep 2016

27mins

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The 20th-Century North

The 20th-Century North

Melvyn Bragg explores the great cultural movements that came from the North of England which rippled out to affect the w... Read more

8 Sep 2016

27mins

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