Betjeman's West Country
Synopsis: John Nettles presents an exploration of the life and landscapes that shaped one of Britain’s best-loved poets Sir John Betjeman, celebrating his lifelong love of the West Country., John Nettles takes the journey to Cornwall, a trip first made by an excited small boy that was destined to be the final pilgrimage as an old man. Sir John Betjeman now rests in a Cornish churchyard by the sea. This journey celebrates his life and work.

Nettles takes the viewer on a journey through this beautiful and moving area, celebrating the life and work of the Poet Laureate featuring interviews with his family and friends, historians, biographers, directors and composers, bringing the beautiful landscapes that Betjeman so loved to life.

John Nettles’ West Country
Synopsis : Acclaimed actor and star of the popular TV series Midsomer Murders, John Nettles goes back to his roots, to St. Austell in Cornwall, and begins a journey that will take him through the landscapes and cultures that make up one of the most beautiful and richly endowed regions in Britain. Throughout his journey over stunning landscapes, the writings of D.H. Lawrence, P.G. Wodehouse, Robert Louis Stephenson and Thomas Hardy are featured alongside numerous interviews with personalities such as actor Michael York, critic Sheridan Morley, cartoonist Peter Loveday, and painter Terry Frost. John Nettles’ West Country is a passionate exploration of a coastline and all it contains - rich and varied in its boundless energy and breathtaking beauty.

Hot Brands Verdict
Pure nostalgia, these two DVDs are a step back in time, as in Betjeman's West Country, John Nettles takes an affectionate look at the life of John Betjeman, against a backdrop of the places he visited in the West Country and his poems. In the second DVD, John Nettles’ West Country, he takes his own journey to Cornwall and reviews the history and rich culture amid the stunning landscapes of the local area. Packed full of local colour, this is a celebration of the culture of Cornwall. Both fascinating documentaries, if you love the West Country and its history and culture, you will love these !

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