Peter visited Benton for a two week holiday with their elder sister Irene, whose husband worked there as a mining engineer. Forty years later, the home was scheduled for demolition.

 

This poignant little film documents how the townsfolk came together to recognize its unique heritage, and strove to save it.

 

As such it is a testament to both passion and ingenuity in small town America.

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Irene Harrison-Caldwell was drafted to lead the charge. But the ordinary citizens of Benton did the heavy lifting, literally, and lovingly renovated the home and converted it into a B & B.

 

This film is thus a success story, and yet another tale that demonstrates how The Beatles continue to touch people profoundly