from Thirsk
In the heart of North
Yorkshire lies the market town of Thirsk. A steady flow of visitors over the years has enjoyed the charming cobbled market-place and the serene beauty of nearby Sutton Bank. Geoffrey Wheeler discovered its delights many years ago, before it became famous as the home of James Herriot , the vet.
He now revisits Thirsk to meet June Bindoff , curate's wife and health visitor, and Jim Wilkinson , who built a church in his farmyard.
They are joined by members of other local churches, from Sowerby and the surrounding countryside, in St Mary's Church, Thirsk, for their Songs of Praise. All my hope on God is founded
(Michael); I heard the voice of Jesus say (Kingsfold); All that thrills my soul is Jesus: Lord of the dance: Jesus is Lord, creation's voice proclaims it; Little David , play on your harp: Love divine (Blaenwera); Father in high heaven (Evening Hymn)
Organist ERNEST KELL
Conductor GILLIAN WIGHT
Assistant producer ROGER HUTCHINGS Film director MIKE JACKSON Producer NOEL VINCENT
Series producer STEPHEN WHITTLE *CEEFAX SUBTITLES