Making Tracks

Making Tracks

Making Tracks

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Making Tracks

1993

3 Seasons

1 Episodes

7.0(1 votes)

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Overview

A BBC documentary series exploring steam and heritage railways worldwide. Hosted by Bob Symes and Mary‑Jean Hasler. Produced by Lineside Location Productions.

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Bob Symes

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Mary Jean Hasler

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Mary Jean Hasler

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