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Hidden Merthyr

Famous for its role shaping industrial Wales, Richard Harrington proves there's more to Merthyr with forgotten firsts and unexpected connections.

Famous for its role shaping industrial Wales, Richard Harrington proves there's more to Merthyr with forgotten firsts and unexpected connections.

The actor and proud Merthyr boy is your guide to the often-overlooked stories. It's the birthplace of trailblazers in fashion and sport, home to the UK's biggest mountain bike park and where the UK's first condom factory opened.

Including exclusive interviews with fashion designer Julien Macdonald, and Nick Ashley, Laura Ashley’s son.

29 minutes

Last on

Sun 22 Jun 2025 06:30

Broadcasts

  • Wed 11 Jun 2025 01:00
  • Tue 17 Jun 2025 18:30
  • Wed 18 Jun 2025 06:31
  • Sun 22 Jun 2025 06:30

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