The English Canals - Jon Raven, John Kirkpatrick, Sue Harris torrent

Category: Documentary, Education, History
Language: English
Keywords: canals English History folk History narrowboats

Written by Jon Raven, John Kirkpatrick, Sue Harris
Read by Jon Raven, John Kirkpatrick, Sue Harris
Format: MP3
Bitrate: 128 Kbps
Unabridged

This record contains three programmes originally broadcast on “Folkweave” BBC Radio 1&2. The programmes, each lasting approximately 22 minutes, tell the story of the construction, use and decline of the English canal system during the period from the mid-18th century to the present day.

Produced by Tony Hale (BBC);
Sleeve design: Robin Scot-Cooper;
Front sleeve engraving: “Illustrated London News” October 10, 1974
Musicians

Jon Raven, research, narration, readings, vocals, guitar, dulcimer;
John Kirkpatrick, readings, vocals, accordion, concertina, melodeon;
Sue Harris, vocals, oboe
Tracks