Backbone of Britain: Hedgelaying champion continues to create legacy

A somewhat traditional rural skill, hedgelaying plays a vital part in the upkeep of the British countryside. Gaina Morgan meets lifelong hedgelayer Rita Jones, who is certainly in no rush to give up her passion.

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Backbone of Britain: Hedgelaying champion continues to create legacy

A somewhat traditional rural skill, hedgelaying plays a vital part in the upkeep of the British countryside. Gaina Morgan meets lifelong hedgelayer Rita Jones, who is certainly in no rush to give up her...

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