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Hirwaun

Weatherman Derek Brockway visits Hirwaun in Rhondda Cynon Taf to learn about the town’s industrial heritage.

Weatherman Derek Brockway visits Rhondda Cynon Taf for a seven mile circular trail that starts and ends in Hirwaun. On his route, he learns about the area’s industrial past, visits a whisky distillery and takes a ride on the world’s fastest seated zipline. Wildlife expert Lizzie Daly investigates how otters are under threat and Onkar Singh Purewal goes on a trek with alpacas across the Brecon Beacons.

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Credits

RoleContributor
PresenterDerek Brockway
ReporterLizzie Daly
ReporterOnkar Singh Purewal
Series ProducerJulia Foot
Series EditorPaul Tucker

Broadcasts

  • Mon 19 Jun 202320:00
  • Sat 24 Jun 202312:15
  • Sun 12 Nov 202309:00
  • Mon 19 Feb 202420:30
  • Mon 7 Sep 202614:15

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