BBC shelves plans for new Archers studio as part of cost-cutting
The drama has been recording in Birmingham for 75 years, making it the world's longest running soap opera.
According to BBC News, the drama has been recording in Birmingham for 75 years, making it the world's longest running soap opera.
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