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John Walsh

The Essay Springwalks
Episode 3 of 5

Writer John Walsh recalls his observations on an early spring walk near a village called Steep.

Five writers set out on foot to sample the transforming qualities of Spring. They report back with tales that are climatically confused - it could be warm or chilly out there ...

3. John Walsh reckons that 'below' it feels wintry; yet ascend near a village called Steep and spring beckons. But where is he?

Producer Duncan Minshull.

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Wed 8 Apr 2015 22:45
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