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In an informal, career-spanning interview, prolific British sitcom writer Roy Clarke discusses his work on Last of the Summer Wine, Open All Hours and much more.

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The following tributes were first published following Jane Freeman's death in May, 2015. The actress played Ivy throughout Last of the Summer Wine's run.

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We talk to one of Last of the Summer Wine's greatest ambassadors, Jonathan Linsley, about his time as Crusher and beyond.

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A chat with the woman behind the intimidating Pearl – the intimidating, but lovely, Juliette Kaplan.

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Legendary stunt performer discusses his work on Summer WineDoctor Who, and beyond.

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Last of the Summer Wine is copyright © British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) and Roy Clarke.
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