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Our Northern Jacket Empire

Waxed jackets have been handmade in a north east factory for over 100 years. We meet the workers keeping these traditional skills alive and bringing old jackets back to life.

Worn by everyone from fishermen to fashionistas, waxed jackets are an iconic fashion item part of the fabric of England. In a factory off the north east coast, a team of high-skilled workers handmake 650 waxed jackets a day. It’s been in the hands of one family for over 100 years and is run today by Dame Margaret Barbour. We meet the team of workers keeping these traditional skills alive and bringing old jackets back to life.

29 minutes

Last on

Mon 17 Oct 2022 20:30

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Role Contributor
Director Jack Collins
Executive Producer Debb Swindells
Executive Producer Sarah Trigg
Commissioning Editor Aisling O'Connor

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