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Getting Away from it All

Episode 2 of 3

The evolution of the British holiday, from hugely popular day-trips and annual fortnights in holiday camps to mass market package holidays to the Costas.

During the course of the 20th Century, millions of British workers benefited from the expansion of paid leave and an increase in leisure time. This enabled many Britons to realize a cherished dream: at last, they could escape from their everyday lives, and go on holiday.

Getting Away from it All traces the evolution of the British holiday, from hugely popular day-trips and annual fortnights in holiday camps to the mass market package holiday to the Costas - and shows how Britons have never been more at home when they've been far away from home, having fun in the sun.

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Role Contributor
Producer Kath Pick
Executive Producer David Okuefuna
Director Kath Pick

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