Old Country (1983)
Overview
Following on from the hugely popular Out of Town, Old Country saw Jack Hargreaves continue his exploration of rural life in Thomas Hardy country – reflecting on its character, traditions, history and folklore, and the skills that had passed from generation to generation.
- Jack HargreavesCreator
StatusReturning Series
TypeDocumentary
Original LanguageEnglish
Network
Seasons
Specials
1987 | 1 Episodes
Specials of Old Country premiered on November 19, 1987
Archive Coast to Coast interview with Jack Hargreaves from 1987
Season 1
1983 | 20 Episodes
Season 1 of Old Country premiered on January 9, 1983
Following on from the hugely popular Out of Town, Old Country saw Jack Hargreaves continue his exploration of rural life in Thomas Hardy country - reflecting on its character, traditions, history and folklore, and the skills that had passed on from generation to generation.
Season 2
1984 | 20 Episodes
Season 2 of Old Country premiered on April 3, 1984
With his extensive experience, knowledge and love of the countryside, Jack Hargreaves' easy going presentation style enthralled both rural and urban viewers alike, making this series for television.
Season 3
1985 | 20 Episodes
Season 3 of Old Country premiered on June 3, 1985
Unseen since its Channel 4 broadcast in the 1980's, Old Country contained all new material and the only time that Jack Hargreaves' work received a countrywide network screening.