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Bristol History Podcast: Election Special: Polling Day in 18th Century Bristol

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BRISTOL HISTORY PODCAST | GENERAL ELECTION 2019 | PODCAST

As we approach December’s election, the Bristol History Podcast asks: how did we get here? To this end I spoke with UWE Professor of History and Heritage Steve Poole about what elections in Bristol looked like some 300 years ago.

Bristol History Podcast is dedicated to exploring various aspects of Bristol’s history, hosted by Tom Brothwell. Produced in partnership with the Bristol Cable since April 2018.

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