Synopsis
An epic journey following Wales's rivers from their birth in the mountains to the sea, discovering the hidden secrets of wildlife along the way.
- Programme: Wales: Land of the Wild
- Episode: Secrets
- Channel: BBC One Wales
- Broadcast year: 2021
- Geography
Licence: ERA Licence required
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Cannot be adapted
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It is the first day of spring but winter has a sting in its tail as the country is blanketed with snow. As the sun returns, the breeding ...
Episode 2 | Wales: Land of the Wild
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Episode 3 | Wales: Land of the Wild
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