Leighton Buzzard Part 2 - The Borrowers and Women's Bravery

Story Search unearths compelling stories from the heart of local communities and episode 4 explores Leighton Buzzard, with its links to the famous Mary Norton book The Borrowers. Hosts Cassandra Philip and Kayte Judge from the council’s Culture and Engagement team discuss the significance of the publication to Leighton Buzzard. Cassandra interviews children’s literature expert, ex public librarian and teacher Dr Kay Waddilove, and local children at Leighton Middle School (Mary Norton’s childhood residence) discuss women that inspire them. Original music composed and produced by local talent, James Junior.