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2006 Certificate Ex
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Sir John Betjeman, the nation’s best loved poet, hosts this colourful eulogy to the people and places served by London’s Metropolitan Line. As the leafy counties of Bucks, Herts and Middlesex yielded to the engines of the first steam underground, the pastoral world of Betjeman’s youth gave way to the suburban dream of the .. Read more

Starring Sir John Betjeman
Genres Documentary

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Sir John Betjeman - Metro Land

Sir John Betjeman, the nation’s best loved poet, hosts this colourful eulogy to the people and places served by London’s Metropolitan Line. As the leafy counties of Bucks, Herts and Middlesex yielded to the engines of the first steam underground, the pastoral world of Betjeman’s youth gave way to the suburban dream of the railway planners. Betjeman contrasts the old and new ways of life as he follows the Neasden nature trail, visits the Pinner village fair, plays a round of golf at Moor Park and explores the historical houses along the line. From Baker Street to the forgotten station at Quainton Road, Sir John Betjeman is your guide on an eccentric and unforgettable journey into Metro-land.

Starring Sir John Betjeman
Run time DVD: 49 mins
Certificate Certificate Ex
Genres Documentary
Language DVD: English
Released DVD: 24 Jul 2006
Production year: 2006
Format DVD

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    Rated - 5 stars

    The Usual Excellence

    Everything associated with John Betjeman screams 'CLASS'.....Just Superb....

      • A customer from Newbury, England
      • Posted 09 Nov 2006 09:57

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    Classic work of the late sir John Betjeman

    In this classic TV documentary, originally screened in the 1970's, the late sir John Betjeman takes the viewer on a nostalgic trip along the old Metropolitan railway line. Betjeman's narrative concentrates on the social history and architecture of the the line, and is shot with some magnificently witty moments. A treat for all lovers of Betjeman, railways and British History - get your ticket now!

      • Dr Martin King from Exeter.
      • Posted 01 Jan 2007 19:14

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    • Sir John Betjeman - Metro Land
      Sir John Betjeman, the nation’s best loved poet, hosts this colourful eulogy to the people and places served by London’s Metropolitan Line. As the leafy counties of Bucks, Herts and Middlesex yielded to the engines of the first steam underground, the pastoral world of Betjeman’s youth gave way ...