Old Country: 2x18

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With his extensive experience, knowledge and love of the countryside, Jack Hargreaves' easy going presentation style enthralled both rural and urban viewers alike, making this series for television.

Seasons and episodes

2 - 3 : Grayling / Cart Building / Blacksmith

Apr 17, 1984

2 - 4 : Cart Painting / Butterflies

Apr 24, 1984

2 - 5 : Children's Fishing Competition

May 01, 1984

2 - 7 : Foundry / Mackerel / Folly Tower

May 15, 1984

2 - 8 : Collar Maker / River Piddle

May 22, 1984

2 - 12 : American Brook Trout / Trotting

Jun 19, 1984

2 - 13 : Barrel Maker / Onion Strings

Jul 03, 1984

2 - 14 : Birds & Mink / Pacing

Jul 10, 1984

2 - 15 : Two Lakes / Larner Tree

Jul 17, 1984

2 - 16 : Rabbits / About the Countryside

Jul 24, 1984

2 - 19 : Plaice / Harness Racing

Aug 14, 1984

2 - 20 : Appleby Fair / Woolfie's Climb

Aug 21, 1984

Synopsis

Following on from the hugely popular Out of Town, Old Country saw Jack Hargreaves continue his exploration of rural life in Thomas Hardy country – reflecting on its character, traditions, history and folklore, and the skills that had passed from generation to generation.

Title	Old Country
First Air Date	Jan 09, 1983
Last Air Date	Jan 16, 1983
Episodes	60
Seasons	3
Companies	Lacewing, Limehouse Productions
Keywords	old man, farm life, nature, self-sufficiency