In this feature-length episode of Adventures in Journalism, Martin Hesp visits the historic village of Kingsbury Episcopi. To coincide with this week's "Hesp Out West" column in the Western Morning News and Western Daily Press, we go behind the scenes to meet the people who define this unique corner of the Somerset Levels.

In this episode:

• [00:00] Intro: The view from One Tree Hill and the "Adventures Out West" sting.

• [05:15] The Cider Heritage: A visit with Julian Temperley among the oak barrels of the Somerset Cider Brandy Company.

• [18:40] Village Life: Conversations with the local history group on the traditions of the River Parrett.

• [32:10] The Local: Reflections on rural community and the future of village life.

About the Podcast: Adventures in Journalism is hosted by Martin Hesp, a veteran journalist with over 40 years of experience covering the West Country. This podcast brings the "Hesp Out West" newspaper features to life through on-location interviews and rural storytelling.