Ryton Leek Show 1970s

BBC film about Leek Shows in the North East of England. Video found on Adam Curtis's blog website.

[@saintetienne755]

Fantastic stuff - brings childhood memories flooding back - happier, simple times.
My Dad was runner up in Winlaton Leek Show - 1972

[@5springsadventure877]

I recognise a good few faces among the crowd, cracking bit of history.

[@melonycrumpet]

Love watching this, thanks for sharing 🥬🥕🫛 sorry no leek emoji 😮

[@eldredgodson9639]

"Leeks are a very sacred thing.."

[@SamualN]

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