Recalling tea with tinned biscuits.

Bill Bryson takes a sentimental journey around Britain.

The American comic writer recalls how he arrived in Kent aged 21, one foggy March morning in 1973 - to be met by the formidable institution of the British Bed and Breakfast.

Five readings abridged and performed by Kerry Shale.

Producer: Paul Kent

First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in August 1996. Show less