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Whitehaven

Surrealist pirates, rum butter's odd origins and what links rugby and nuclear power? Mark's town tour in Cumbria. From 2012.

Mark Steel performs for the residents of Whitehaven.

He discusses surrealist pirates, the dubious origins of rum butter, and the un-reassuring link between rugby and nuclear power.

During his visit to the Cumbrian coastal town, he investigates the rich tapestry of remarkable events and people - everything from rivalries, slang and traditions to the eccentricities which makes them unique.

Series in which the comedian visits towns across the UK and creates a bespoke stand-up show for the locals.

Written by Mark Steel.

Additional material by Pete Sinclair.

Producer: Sam Bryant

First broadcast on 大象传媒 Radio 4 in November 2012.

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30 minutes

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Sun 29 May 2022 03:30

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