Wednesday 14 January, 12:00am - 12:40amon BBC Four

Timeshift

Name: 2:40am - Timeshift
Start: 2026-01-12T02:40:00Z
End: 2026-01-12T03:40:00Z
Location: BBC Four HD

The History of Pubs

The pub has been the mainstay of British society since medieval times, a cornerstone of any community playing a unique role in national life. A look at the core values of this definitively British institution and whether it can survive.

Category: Documentary / History
Original air date: 09/06/2007

Cast and crew

Kate ThomasDirector
Arthur SmithNarrator
Jeremy HardyGuest
Rowan PellingGuest
Pete BrownGuest

Upcoming broadcasts

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