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Piers Plowright returns to Oxford where, 50 years ago, he studied history.

Episode 2 (of 5): Learning

The River Thames has run softly through Piers Plowright's largely unplanned life. In this five-part series, he visits different points along its course where his life has crossed the great river.

In today's programme he returns to Oxford where, fifty years ago, he studied history. He swims in his favourite spot at Port Meadow, meets a retired boat builder and talks to Sarah, the lock-keeper at Godstow.

Produced by Alan Hall
A Falling Tree production for BBC Radio 4.

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Piers Plowright visits points along the Thames where his life intersected with the river

Piers Plowright visits different points along the Thames where his life has intersected with the river

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