The Great British Story: Regional Histories — Season 1, Episode 10: Along the Aire
History • 30 min • 1 season, 12 episodes
Episode synopsis
Amy Garcia takes a journey on foot and by boat to discover thousands of years of history along the River Aire in Yorkshire, from its ancient source above Malham Cove to the industrial and post-industrial heartland of Leeds and beyond. Amy discovers why the river has seen great battles as well as sustaining industry, leisure and religious faith for the people of Yorkshire over many centuries.
About The Great British Story: Regional Histories
How the people of England developed their own local identity over 1,500 years of history.