In 2011-2012 Dinah Iredale worked in partnership with Shadowcat Films to produce a film telling the story of the bondagers. The film is a dramatic portrayal of life on a 19th century Borders farm and gives a unique insight into the lives of the Hinds and their Bondagers. Set in 1866, it shows resentment reaching fever pitch as the hiring season approaches and an attempt is to be made to get rid of the Bondage System for good. We meet the bondagers, hinds, hind’s wife, squire, farmer and vicar and hear their thought-provoking opinions. The film is based on original documents and eye witness accounts.
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Thank you to Shadowcat Films and everyone who took part or helped with this special project.
Bondagers 