Aspatria to Carlisle
Michael Portillo鈥檚 railway journey through Cumbria and Dumfriesshire takes him to the rolling countryside around Aspatria to meet a couple who swapped their old life for organic dairy farming.
Michael Portillo鈥檚 railway journey through Cumbria and Dumfriesshire takes him to the rolling countryside around Aspatria to meet a couple who swapped their old life for organic dairy farming. Embracing regenerative principles, they鈥檝e traded quantity for quality - alongside their beloved cow named Taylor Swift. At a hi-tech creamery, Michael discovers how their sustainable milk becomes cheddar cheese for supermarkets nationwide.
Arriving at the historic railway hub of Carlisle, Michael discovers a vast Roman structure. His journey ends in the imposing borderlands fortress of Carlisle Castle, where intriguing 15th-century graffiti offers a glimpse into the minds of medieval soldiers.
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Carlisle Castle carvings
Duration: 01:45
Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Presenter | Michael Portillo |
| Director | Phil Stein |
| Executive Producer | John Comerford |
| Executive Producer | Alison Kreps |
| Production Company | Fremantle |
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