Sir Cosmo Haskard (b. 1916)

Track 1: Sir Cosmo Haskard describes the local landscape and explains Hutchins family connections. Track 2: The Hutchins family background is examined. Track 3: Members of the Hutchins ancestors are described by Sir Cosmo Haskard. Track 4: The Devon Commission of the late 19th century is discussed. Track 5: The female Hutchins lives are discussed, with particular reference to 19th century botanist Ellen Hutchins. Track 6: Sir Cosmo Haskard recalls family holidays with his grandparents in the area. Track 7: Details of the long journey from Bantry to his London home following the summer holidays. Track 8: The house at Ardnagashel and the sporting life there in the early 20th century is recalled.