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David Napthine - The Glasgow Climbing Club

4 Extra Debut. On a stormy 1936 weekend, a shipyard workers' climbing club welcomes a new member. But can he be trusted? Stars Tom Mannion. From February 2004.

1936: A group of Glasgow shipyard workers have formed a climbing club with a difference.

Firstly, they have no equipment; secondly, they climb where they like; thirdly they're left trades unionists; and fourthly, they drink like there's no tomorrow.

One stormy weekend, three of them set out on a climb, and are joined by a stranger. But who is he and can they trust him?

David Napthine's drama stars Tom Mannion as John, Vincent Friell as Willie, Mark Bonnar as Robbie and Forbes Masson as Davey.

Producer: Jonquil Panting

First broadcast on 大象传媒 Radio 4 in 2004.

45 minutes

Last on

Mon 28 May 2018 21:15

Broadcasts

  • Mon 28 May 2018 11:15
  • Mon 28 May 2018 21:15