An exploration by S. P. B. Mais of one of William Cobbett 's rides in Wiltshire
One hundred and twelve years ago William Cobbett wrote of one of his ' Rural Rides ' in the heart of England, ' I never before saw anything to please me like this Valley of the Avon.' Today S. P. B. Mais , who, with his gusto, his curiosity about life, and his extensive knowledge of the countryside of England, has something of William Cobbett in him, is going to explore this valley again with a volume of Cobbett in his pocket. In this short programme he will not only speak himself, but it is hoped that he will be able to bring to the microphone the voices of some of the people living in the Avon Valley.