Are these England's last traditional craftsmen and women?

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Are these England's last traditional craftsmen and women?

Postby annie » 19 Jul 2014, 07:33

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England's traditional crafts are in danger of disappearing, according to the few people still practising them.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-28209518
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Re: Are these England's last traditional craftsmen and women?

Postby maureenho » 19 Jul 2014, 10:24

I think they are in danger of disappearing, these days things are so mass produced and not made to last, there will be no antiques for the future.
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Re: Are these England's last traditional craftsmen and women?

Postby wendy » 19 Jul 2014, 10:44

I hope they will still continue.
There are so many crafts that need to be kept.
Reed cutters,
can you think of more?
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Re: Are these England's last traditional craftsmen and women?

Postby annie » 19 Jul 2014, 15:07

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