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Countryfile's Matt Baker talks sheepdogs and Jules Hudson learns ancient skills

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Exploring Flint-Knapping: A Journey to Prehistoric Tool-Making

Travel back in time as Matt Baker reminisces about his childhood on a farm, while Jules Hudson learns the ancient art of flint-knapping, offering insights into our prehistoric ancestors' tool-making techniques. Discover the significance of Norfolk's rich flint sources and the demand for flint-knappers in tasks like walling and house repair. Delve into the versatile uses of flint tools, from hunting to butchering, and witness a live demonstration of the intricate skill of striking flint to create tools.

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