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Heligan’s Berkshire Pig – Jimmy Doherty

Season 2, Ep. 4

A late riser, fastidiously tidy, and very proud of his white socks, meet Heligan’s Berkshire Pig. From back scratching to mind games, discover how he passes his days in Pig Palace.


Expert: Jimmy Doherty, Farmer, Entomologist and TV Presenter


Produced by Annabel Ross for The Lost Gardens of Heligan


Illustrations by Anna Gonen

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