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08 January 2026

5 minutes

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Bargain Hunt—Series 73, Antiques to Ambridge - 75 years of The Archers

What’s the point of this hollow-tipped device with a tap in the middle?—Series 74, Ardingly 23
Duration: 03:56
The nightly Ripon Hornblower ceremony is believed to be the oldest in the world.—Series 74, Wetherby 5
Duration: 05:05
The bagpiper who performed at some of WWII’s most brutal battles.—Series 74, Exeter 13
Duration: 05:34
A pioneer of women’s cricket.—Series 75, Women’s Cricket v Tennis Special
Duration: 05:48