In Praise of Parks

Travis Elborough explores the role of public parks in British life and urges us to cherish them as institutions for the people. "The best public parks, as artfully contrived areas of greenery in the midst of brick and concrete, offer the delights of nature with fewer of its downsides." Four Thought was recorded at the End of the Road Music Festival. Presenter: Mike Williams Peoducer: Sheila Cook (Photo by David X Green).