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Victorian Pharmacy

Series 1 (30 minutes)

Episode 3

Duration: 30 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Two WalesLatest broadcast: on BBC Two England

Ruth Goodman, Nick Barber and Tom Quick take on the challenges of the 1850s and 60s, a time when overcrowded and unsanitary living conditions had reached their peak, leading to unprecedented outbreaks of disease. 'Cure all' medicines that promised to cure virtually everything were all the rage, and the team make their own out of rhubarb, licquorice, soap and syrup. Tom attempts to emulate an ambitious Victorian publicity stunt by building his very own dog-powered mortar and pestle, but will it work? Show less

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