The team at Turnbull’s Northumbrian Food is set to star on BBC ONE as England’s hopefuls in the World Haggis Championship.
Mark, Dan and John Turnbull – custodians of Turnbull’s Northumbrian Food – will bring a taste of regional pride to national television on Wednesday July 16 at 7pm in an episode of Our Lives.
The episode, titled The Haggis Hunters, follows the Turnbulls as they take on an unexpected challenge – representing England in the fiercely contested World Haggis Championship in Perth.
The programme follows the Turnbull’s team, giving an entertaining and heartwarming glimpse into their preparations, the culture clash, and the fun of an event steeped in Scottish tradition.
The Turnbulls, who have previously claimed that Haggis was invented in Northumberland, hope their passion, competitive spirit and love for great food will win over the judges.
“We might be English, but we absolutely love haggis,” said Mark Turnbull. “It’s not just about winning, it’s about celebrating food, family and a bit of friendly rivalry.”
In the programme, Mark, the sixth-generation owner of the business, can be seen heading into Scotland on a mission to spy on the opposition as well as spending time with his father, John, and son, Dan, as they reminisce and look back at how far the business has come in 145 years of trading in the heart of Alnwick.
John added: “I might be retired now, but it’s wonderful to see my son and grandson carrying on our family tradition and going from strength to strength.”
Our Lives is produced by Tern TV and celebrates life in the UK in all its diversity – as seen through the eyes of remarkable people doing extraordinary things.
Our Lives: The Haggis Hunters airs on BBC ONE on Wednesday July 16 at 7pm and is available on the iPlayer.
