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Constance

on BBC Radio 4 FM

1/5. A Rose in Kilkenny. Renowned 20th-century florist Constance Spry was inspired by childhood walks in a bluebell wood in Ireland. Later, as a young bride, she created her first rose garden there, and escaped her loveless marriage by fleeing to England and a new life with her young son. By Julie Fraser.
Other characters played by members of the cast
Producer/Director Marilyn Imrie Repeated from 10.45am

Contributors

Unknown:
Julie Fraser.
Director:
Marilyn Imrie
Constance Spry:
Joanna David
Rosemary:
Tina Gray
Young Constance:
Flora Docherty
Father:
David Shaw-Parker
Norman:
Martin Hyder
Gertrude Jekyll:
Maria Aitken
Keira:
Colleen Prendergast
Bridget:
Marcella Riordan

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