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From Leeds into Scotland

First transmitted in 1972, Ian Nairn travels by rail to complete his series of journeys, as dramatic landscapes and deserted stations feature on the line to Edinburgh.

First transmitted in 1972, Ian Nairn travels by rail to complete his series of journeys, contemplating the mix of architectural triumphs and calamities as he es dramatic landscapes and deserted stations on the way to Edinburgh.

The final journey follows the railway out of Leeds on the Settle-Carlisle rail link. Nairn branches off along the now abandoned rail route to Edinburgh to look at areas that may well have had their lifeline severed.

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Mon 1 Oct 1990 19:35
BBC Two except East & South East

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Credits

Presenter Ian Nairn
Producer Barry Bevins

Broadcasts

  • Thu 28 Sep 1972 22:15
    BBC One
  • Wed 30 May 1973 23:15
    BBC One
  • Mon 1 Oct 1990 19:35
    BBC Two except East & South East

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