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A riveting adventure of how America was invented, America The Story Of The U.S. focuses on the people, ideas and events that built the great nation, covering 400 years of American history in the most extensive and in-depth television series ever produced by History. From the rigors of linking the continent by wagon trails to the transcontinental railway, the engineering of steel-structured buildings to landing on the moon, this epic 12-..
Orson Welles writes, directs and presents this British TV series in which he travels around Europe. Throughout the series, the famed film-maker visits some of the continent's most historical locations including Paris, Vienna, Madrid, London and the Basque Country where he meets artists, attends a bullfight and revisits filming locations from his 1949 film 'The Third Man'. The episodes are: 'Pays Basque I', 'Pays Basque II', 'The Third M..
King Tut's Mystery Tomb Opened DVD: Dr. Zahi Hawass, Head of Egypt's Supreme Council of Antiquities, has announced that he believes tomb KN63 - first discovered in the Valley of the Kings in February of 2006, belongs to Queen Kiya, mother of King Tutankhamun, King Tut's Mystery Opened tracks the intensely emotional and scientific investigations into the identity of the first tomb discovered in the Valley of the Kings in more than 80 yea..
3 to 4 DaysThe Complete Journeys Part One: Great Railway Journeys. Around The World In 80 Days. Pole To Pole. Full Circle. Part Two: Hemingway Adventure. Sahara. Himalaya. New Europe. Around The World In 20 Years...
Everyone who loves an adventure should travel to Namibia, the precious corner of our world full of incredible natural wonders. The experience of endless landscapes and an unparalleled blaze of color make Namibia unforgettable. Namibia - The Spirit Of Wilderness invites you on a trip whose fascination will never let you go: From the Namib Desert over the breath-taking Fish River Canyon to the spectacular Etosha National Park where you wi..
Following the huge success of Wainwright Walks, Julia Bradbury once again dons her walking boots. This time she explores lost railway lines, which have become the legacy of ‘The Beeching Axe’. In the 1960s thousands of railway stations were closed. Many of these old branch lines, and the spectacular scenery they pass through, are now treasured by ramblers all over the country. Providing hours of beautiful walks steeped in history and of..
Travel documentary series presented by Karl Pilkington. After turning 40, Karl decides it is time to re-evaluate his life and travels abroad (this time of his own accord) to experience how other cultures deal with coming-of-age issues. Karl explores the reasons why people get married, have a job and bring up children and shares his experiences of coping with death. Will Karl discover the secret to true happiness? Series 1 episodes are: ..
This series is a rare opportunity to explore five of Britain's finest stately homes. This is not just about some of the world's best-loved buildings, spectacular as they are; it is about the treasures within which tell a human story. Burghley House: In this programme Selina Scott explores Burghley House, Lincolnshire. This fabulous house was built by William Cecil, Lord High Treasurer to Elizabeth I, starting in 1555. It took 32 years. ..
3 to 4 DaysTravel documentary presented by actor and explorer Griff Rhys Jones. In the eight-episode series Griff travels around his native Wales in search of his inner Welshman while trying his hand at abseiling, climbing and canoeing...
Another four episodes from the maritime travel series which follows British actor Timothy Spall and his wife Shane as they travel the length and breadth of the British Isles. Inspired to do the trip by Timothy's brush with leukaemia ten years before, the couple conclude their journey with The Princess Matilda travelling down from Scotland to Northumberland, on to Whitby and finally finishing on the Thames in London. The episodes are: 'M..
3 to 4 DaysWriter and critic Giles Coren teams up again with international chef Monica Galetti to embark on a journey through the world’s most remarkable hotels – offering behind-the-scenes insights, compelling characters and experiences of local life beyond the hotel lobby. With access to all areas in stunning locations, Giles and Monica work alongside hotel staff to see what it takes to run such unique places. Getting to know hotel visionaries, ..
Alec Clifton-Taylor presents this documentary series looking at the history of six English towns. The towns visited are Cirencester in Gloucestershire, Whitby in Yorkshire, Bury St Edmunds in Suffolk, Devizes in Wiltshire, Sandwich in Kent and Durham in County Durham...
3 to 4 DaysAll five parts of the travel documentary which follows presenter Levison Wood as he travels across Arabia, visiting the likes of Saudi Arabia, Oman and Yemen while taking a look at the diverse cultures of each country and meeting an array of native people...
Award-winning adventurer-presenter Bruce Parry follows Tribe and Amazon with an epic journey among the people of the Arctic Circle. Following the six-month Polar summer - across Siberia, Greenland, Alaska, Canada, Russia and Norway - Bruce Parry immerses himself in the remote communities of the Arctic. Living and working alongside the indigenous people, he reveals how their culture and ancient traditions stand on the brink of change... ..
3 to 4 DaysAll five episodes of the BBC series following anthropologist Bruce Parry as he journeys into the Arctic Circle. In the series, Parry examines the threat posed to indigenous people like the Inuits of Northern Greenland by superpowers racing to cash in on the polar region's rich supply of natural resources such as oil, gas and minerals...
3 to 4 DaysAll six episodes of the BBC series following Michael Palin as he retraces his footsteps across the Persian Gulf. In the autumn of 1988, Michael Palin set out to circumnavigate the world, following the route taken by Phileas Fogg in the epic novel of 1873. His journey became a great 20th-century adventure that was made into a BBC television series. 20 years later, Palin returns to the scene of one of the most memorable sequences of the s..
3 to 4 DaysIn 1955, the celebrated polymath Orson Welles was invited to write, direct and present his first television production - a series of travelogues exploring Europe. Part home-movie, part cinematic essay, each episode of Around the World with Orson Welles takes the viewer on a fascinating journey to meet famous people and explore the continent's most romantic cities. In Paris, we are introduced to artists and poets: in Madrid, we attend a ..
3 to 4 DaysAll eight parts of the British travel documentary presented by Julia Bradbury as she travels the length and breadth of Australia, exploring what the magnificent continent has to offer. Along the way Julia discovers what life is like in the Aboriginal outback, attends a dog surfing school and visits the world's most isolated pub...
Another four episodes from the maritime travel series which follows British actor Timothy Spall and his wife Shane as they travel the length and breadth of the British Isles. Inspired to do the trip by Timothy's brush with leukaemia ten years before, the couple take The Princess Matilda on a voyage from Aberystwyth to Liverpool, on to the Isle of Man, Northern Ireland and up the Caledonian Canal and the West of Scotand. The episodes are..
3 to 4 DaysEight-part travel series in which John Sergeant tours some of Britain's much-loved waterways on a canal boat. The journey takes the former political journalist all over the country including visits to the Hebrides and Somerset...
3 to 4 DaysAll six episodes from the second series of the ITV travel programme in which John Sergeant tours some of Britain's much-loved waterways on a canal boat. The episodes are: 'Peak Forest Canal', 'Rochdale Canal', 'Lancaster Canal', 'Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal', 'Oxford Canal' and 'Regents Canal'...
3 to 4 DaysPresenter Julia Bradbury explores Britain's countryside in this eight-part ITV series. The programme follows Julia as she visits some of the country's most stunning landscapes in search of accessible walks with the best views. The episodes are: 'Anglesey - The Coastal Walk', 'The Lake District - The Borrowdale Walk', 'Dorset - The Golden Cap Walk', 'Cumbria - The High Cup Walk', 'The South Downs - The Seven Sisters Walk', 'Yorkshire Dal..
3 to 4 DaysAll six episodes of the travel series presented by American writer Bill Bryson. Based on his successful book 'Notes from a Small Island', the series follows Bill as he travels from Dover to John O'Groats while musing on the eccentricities of British life. Along the way, he meets up with British comedians Stephen Fry, Alexei Sayle and Victoria Wood, who all contribute their own thoughts and perspectives on the attractions of their native..
3 to 4 DaysFrom the lost world of Amazonia to the buzzing metropolis of Rio de Janeiro, Michael Palin meets the people and visits the places that shape this fascinating nation. In his inimitable style, Michael Palin explores this vast country of incredible contrasts. He travels by river-boat, float-plane and on foot to visit tribes deep in the jungle; experiences the heady mix of Rio de Janeiro and the African-inspired culture of Sao Luis; Recife ..
3 to 4 DaysAll six episodes from the second series of the British television documentary in which presenter Alice Roberts examines the history of the United Kingdom and the towns and cities in which events took place that stood as landmarks in time. The episodes are: 'Wartime Dover', 'Georgian Bristol', 'Edwardian Cardiff', 'Civil War Oxford', 'Plantagenet Canterbury' and 'Stewart Stirling'...
3 to 4 DaysPresenter Julia Bradbury explores Britain's countryside in this six-part ITV series. The programme follows Julia as she visits some of the country's most stunning landscapes in search of the best walking trails. Throughout the series, Julia uses her knowledge of Britain's great outdoors to select her favourite walks from a variety of landscapes, including a lakeside walk around Loch Lomond, an island walk on the Isle of Man, a coastal w..
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3 to 4 DaysThe BBC’s Head of Values Ian Fletcher once again throws open the revolving doors to New Broadcasting House to allow cameras to film staff in action at Coast Australia. Ian and the team are tackling the BBC’s Charter Renewal, reacting to the new mission statement of doing More Of Less, which Head of Output Anna Rampton describes as being about "putting what we do best front and centre and identifying better ways of doing less of it more...
3 to 4 DaysThe complete tenth series of the popular BBC documentary exploring the nature and history of all 9,000 miles of the British coastline. Presenters include Neil Oliver, Nicholas Crane, Mark Horton and Dick Strawbridge. The episodes are: 'Our Holiday Coast', 'Bounty from the Sea', 'Ingenious Isles', 'The Irish Sea', 'Wild Waters' and 'Caves and Coves'...
3 to 4 DaysThe Acclaimed BBC2 television series Coast returns to DVD with Coast Series Seven! Coast explores the edge of our lives, the coastline that marries us to the sea. It takes in the life of that coastline, the people who live there, the history played out upon it and the sea itself, a tempestuous and unpredictable bride that also brings food and comfort to those who visit its shores. Nick Crane is joined by a fascinated and fascinatin..
3 to 4 DaysCoast continues to explore the edge of our lives, the coastline that marries us to the sea. Through a history of assault from Nazi Germany, freshwater voles and the infamous Guernsey Privateers; the workers’ coast of shipbuilders, fishermen and seaside entertainers; the joys of sunbathing and the history of Thomas Cook; the magnificent estuaries of the Firth of Forth, the Severn and the Thames; this is the history of Britain as told fro..
3 to 4 DaysNinth series of the popular BBC documentary strand exploring the nature and history of all 9,000 miles of the British coastline. Experts including Neil Oliver, Nicholas Crane, Ruth Goodman and Miranda Krestovnikoff offer comment on issues as diverse as how Greenwich became the global centre of sea navigation and what becomes of our coastline in the winter months. The episodes comprise: 'The Channel', 'Secret Paths to Hidden Treasure', '..
3 to 4 DaysAll six episodes of the historical documentary series in which presenter Tony Robinson journeys from St Bees in Cumbria to Robin Hood's Bay in North Yorkshire, taking Wainwright's 'A Coast to Coast Walk' as his guide. Along his journey through the Lake District, the Yorkshire Dales and the North Yorkshire Moors, he learns a bit more about the history and heritage of the local area and marvels at the landscapes around him...
3 to 4 DaysComedians Dara O'Briain and Ed Byrne travel a 4,000-mile-long section of the Pan-American Highway in this three-part series. Following in the tracks of American adventurers Sullivan Richardson, Arnold Whitaker and Kenneth Van Hee, who set off on a similar journey in the 1940s before the highway was built, Dara and Ed travel from the US state of Arizona to the small town of Yaviza in Panama, visiting numerous locations along the way incl..
3 to 4 DaysComedian Dave Gorman's latest experiment finds him setting off on a journey to see if it's still possible to live in America without giving any money to 'The Man'. He's travelling coast to coast and he's not staying in any chain hotels, eating in any chain restaurants or filling up at any chain gas stations. On this journey, only independent Mom and Pop businesses will do. Of course, travelling unchained in a chained world is tricky. Wh..
3 to 4 DaysDocumentary following David Beckham as he travels around Brazil. Beckham embarks on the adventure of a lifetime after retiring from playing football, flying 5000 miles from London to Brazil, host nation of the 2014 World Cup. David and his friends start out in Rio where they have their first game of beach foot-volleyball and then journey to Manaus in the heart of the Amazonian rainforest where they meet locals in the community of Algele..
3 to 4 DaysFocusing on the most important discoveries from the world of the ancient Egyptians, this series journeys back in time to explore three legends: Howard Carter's discovery of Tutankhamun's treasure-laden tomb, the Great Belzoni's finds from the reign of Ramesses II and Jean-Francois Champollion's deciphering of the hieroglyphs. Discover the secrets, the myths and the truths behind one of the greatest civilisations in history - a world nea..
3 to 4 DaysThe Pyramids, the Sphinx and the tombs of the Pharaohs are all fabulous monuments to Egypt's past. But according to one scientist, Dr Sarah Parcak, the astonishing antiquities already discovered could be just a tiny percentage of what was left behind by the Ancient Egyptians. She believes that cutting edge satellite technology has the power to locate thousands of possible ancient sites, including what might be lost tombs, temples and ci..
3 to 4 DaysAward-winning historian and broadcaster Bettany Hughes presents a new eight-part landmark history of ancient Rome. Across the series Hughes explore eight key days that she believes define the Roman Empire and help us to understand its remarkable success. In each episode Hughes travels across the Roman world, delving into the psyche and uncovering brand new archaeological evidence, while lavish drama brings the incredible story of Rome t..
3 to 4 DaysBritish historical documentary series in which presenter Bettany Hughes gives an account of the history of the Roman Empire and its pivotal moments in time...
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3 to 4 DaysFrancesco Da Mosto, the charismatic presenter, author and architect takes us on a sweeping tour of the art, history and beauty of Italy. Francesco leaves Venice, his birthplace and home, and heads south to Sicily in an open-top Alfa Romeo. From the romantic north, through the beautiful cities of Florence, Siena and Assisi to Rome and Naples at the heart of the country, Francesco gives us a true insider's guide to the land he loves. And..
3 to 4 DaysFrancesco's Venice brings us the epic story of Venice, seen through the eyes of Francesco da Mosto, a descendent of one of the oldest and most distinguished Venetian families, whose ancestral history is inextricably intertwined with 'La Serenissima'.Francesco gives us a fascinating insight into one of the most beautiful cities in the world: the places, events and people that have sculpted Venice through the ages. He explores hidden g..
3 to 4 DaysMichael Palin's fascinating journey around the 18 countries on the Pacific Rim. "This is the richest, longest, most ambitious and most exhausting of all the jouneys. There was so much to do and so many different terrains, climates, foods and illnesses to experience that at one point it seemed like we were engaged on the ultimate new olympic event - Full Circling." Michael Palin. Michael's journey through all the countries bordering the ..
The Ganges runs through the heart of India. For millions of Hindus it is India's sacred river, but they share its banks and waters with a rich variety of wildlife. In a kaleidoscope of color and energy, this amazing series reveals how the Ganges has shaped the wildlife, culture and beliefs of India. The journey begins at the source of the river, high in the cold peaks of the Himalayas. It heads down past tigers, otters, peacocks and wil..
3 to 4 DaysWith a Victorian guidebook in his hands, historian Paul Murton travels the country and traces the changes that have taken place since the birth of Scottish tourism 200 years ago. For centuries, "north of the border" had been regarded as a place to avoid and early travellers complained about the savage terrain and uncouth habits of the natives. To find out what changed to make Scotland an internationally celebrated tourist destination Pa..
3 to 4 DaysEvery episode from all seven series of the travel programme presented by Paul Murton. Scotland was once avoided by travellers due to its hostile environment but many changes have taken place since the beginning of tourism in the country two centuries ago. Using the Victorian book 'Black's Picturesque Guide to Scotland', Paul goes on different tours to discover how the country became a destination of choice for many, exploring its histor..
3 to 4 DaysAll six episodes from the second series of the travel programme presented by Paul Murton. Scotland was once avoided by travellers due to its hostile environment but many changes have taken place since the beginning of tourism in the country two centuries ago. Using the Victorian book 'Black's Picturesque Guide to Scotland', Paul goes on six different tours to discover how the country became a destination of choice for many. The episodes..
3 to 4 DaysAll six episodes from the third series of the travel programme presented by Paul Murton. Scotland was once avoided by travellers due to its hostile environment but many changes have taken place since the beginning of tourism in the country two centuries ago. Using the Victorian book 'Black's Picturesque Guide to Scotland', Paul goes on six different tours to discover how the country became a destination of choice for many. Along the way..
3 to 4 DaysAll six episodes from the fourth series of the travel programme presented by Paul Murton. Scotland was once avoided by travellers due to its hostile environment but many changes have taken place since the beginning of tourism in the country two centuries ago. Using the Victorian book 'Black's Picturesque Guide to Scotland', Paul goes on six different tours to discover how the country became a destination of choice for many. Along the wa..
3 to 4 DaysAll six episodes from the fifth series of the travel programme presented by Paul Murton. Scotland was once avoided by travellers due to its hostile environment but many changes have taken place since the beginning of tourism in the country two centuries ago. In this series, the explorer ventures to many of the country's remote islands including Lewis, Harris, Shetland and Skye. The episodes are: 'West is Best', 'Atlantic Frontier', 'Isl..
3 to 4 DaysEvery episode from the sixth series of the travel programme presented by Paul Murton. Scotland was once avoided by travellers due to its hostile environment but many changes have taken place since the beginning of tourism in the country two centuries ago. In this series, the historian continues to explore the country's islands using his Victorian guidebook, 'Black's Picturesque Tourist of Scotland'...
3 to 4 DaysEvery episode from the seventh series of the travel programme presented by Paul Murton. Scotland was once avoided by travellers due to its hostile environment but many changes have taken place since the beginning of tourism in the country two centuries ago. In this series, the historian continues to explore the country's islands using his Victorian guidebook, 'Black's Picturesque Tourist of Scotland'...
3 to 4 DaysAll six episodes from the second series of the travel programme presented by Paul Murton. Scotland was once avoided by travellers due to its hostile environment but many changes have taken place since the beginning of tourism in the country two centuries ago. Using the Victorian book 'Black's Picturesque Guide to Scotland', Paul goes on six different tours to discover how the country became a destination of choice for many. The episodes..
3 to 4 DaysAll the episodes from the BBC documentary following Michael Portillo as he travels from Alaska to Canada taking as his guide the 1899 pamphlet 'Appleton's Guidebook to Alaska'. In this series, Portillo commences his journey on the Alaska Railroad, passing through incredible landscapes and learning the history behind the line stretching 470 miles. Portillo then takes his 1899 'Appleton's Canadian Guidebook' aboard the transcontinental ra..
3 to 4 DaysAll three episodes from the third series of the Channel 4 programme in which husband and wife Timothy West and Prunella Scales embark upon some of the best canal journeys Britain and Europe have to offer. The episodes are: 'The Wey and Arun - London's Lost Route to the Sea', 'Birmingham to Braunston' and 'The Shannon Erne Waterway, Ireland'...
3 to 4 DaysAll three episodes from the fourth series of the Channel 4 programme in which husband and wife Timothy West and Prunella Scales embark upon some of the best canal journeys Britain and Europe have to offer. The episodes are: 'The Göta Canal, Sweden', 'Stockholm and the Archipelago' and 'Stratford-upon-Avon'...
3 to 4 DaysAll three episodes from the fifth series of the Channel 4 programme in which husband and wife Timothy West and Prunella Scales embark upon some of the best canal journeys Britain and Europe have to offer. The episodes are: 'Venice', 'Amsterdam' and 'Leeds and Liverpool Canal'...
3 to 4 DaysAll eight episodes from the sixth series of the Channel 4 programme in which husband and wife Timothy West and Prunella Scales embark upon some of the best canal journeys in the world. Their journeys include: The River Nile, North Italy, Manchester, Argentina, Lancaster Canal and Canada...
3 to 4 DaysSeven of the best episodes from the first two series of the Channel 4 programme in which husband and wife Timothy West and Prunella Scales embark upon some of the best canal journeys Britain and Europe have to offer. Series 1 episodes are: 'The Kennet and Avon', 'The Rochdale', 'The Llangollen Canal' and 'Canal du Nivernais' Series 2 episodes are: 'Oxford Canal', 'Canal du Midi' and 'Forth and Clyde and Union Canals'...
3 to 4 DaysPresenter and explorer Griff Rhys Jones embarks on an adventure that will take him across Africa on five rail journeys known for their views of wildlife, landscapes and indigenous people. Griff travels through Namibia, Morocco, Kenya, Tanzania and Marrakesh as he attemps to view the vast and varied country by public transport...
3 to 4 DaysGriff Rhys Jones explores Britain in this eight-part ITV documentary. Throughout the series, the Welsh comedian travels to locations including Sussex, the Scottish Highlands, Dartmoor National Park, Whitby and the Lake District to examine what makes these uniquely British landscapes so special. The episodes are: 'South Downs', 'Estuaries', 'Highlands', 'Moors', 'Coasts', 'Lakes', 'Wolds' and 'Borders'...
3 to 4 DaysGuy Martin presents this three-part Channel 4 documentary in which he travels around China to learn more about its industrial development and technological advancement. On his cross-country journey, Guy builds an electric motorbike in a factory in Chongqing, explores the Yangtze River and visits the cities of Shanghai and Beijing, where he tries his hand at rickshaw racing and learns about the lifestyle of the country's new super-rich. ..
3 to 4 DaysGuy Martin presents this three-part Channel 4 documentary in which he travels around China to learn more about its industrial development and technological advancement. On his cross-country journey, Guy builds an electric motorbike in a factory in Chongqing, explores the Yangtze River and visits the cities of Shanghai and Beijing, where he tries his hand at rickshaw racing and learns about the lifestyle of the country's new super-rich. ..
3 to 4 DaysGuy Martin presents this documentary in which he undertakes a 1000-mile motorcycle trip around India. The motorbike enthusiast and engineer begins his journey in Delhi, after arriving by train, buys a Royal Enfield bike and heads north to the Rider Mania race. Along the way, Guy rides with a biker gang, visits the top of India's tallest building, travels through the Himalayas and explores some of the slums of Mumbai...
3 to 4 DaysGuy Martin presents this documentary in which he undertakes a 1000-mile motorcycle trip around India. The motorbike enthusiast and engineer begins his journey in Delhi, after arriving by train, buys a Royal Enfield bike and heads north to the Rider Mania race. Along the way, Guy rides with a biker gang, visits the top of India's tallest building, travels through the Himalayas and explores some of the slums of Mumbai...
3 to 4 DaysGuy Martin presents this documentary in which he travels around Russia. The motorbike enthusiast and engineer begins his journey in Moscow where he rides alongside Vladimir Putin's biker gang, before taking part in an air display in a Soviet air force jet and visiting Chernobyl to explore the the measures being taken to make the area safe again...
3 to 4 DaysGuy Martin presents this documentary in which he travels around Russia. The motorbike enthusiast and engineer begins his journey in Moscow where he rides alongside Vladimir Putin's biker gang, before taking part in an air display in a Soviet air force jet and visiting Chernobyl to explore the the measures being taken to make the area safe again...
3 to 4 DaysAdrian Munsey presents this collection of short films exploring the landscapes of Great Britain, accompanied with music from the English Sinfonia and the Prague Philharmonic Orchestra. The films are: 'The Sky Inside', 'Incognito', 'Forgotten', 'A Wider Sky' and 'My Film'...
3 to 4 DaysTravel documentary presented by Simon Reeve in which he visits and travels around Ireland, immersing himself in its culture and history. Along the way Simon finds out what it's like to surf on the west coast, climbs Croagh Patrick and stops off at the Giant's Causeway....
3 to 4 DaysJames Martin presents this culinary travel documentary series as he embarks on a journey through the towns and cities of Great Britain while sampling the array of cuisine and culture that Britain has to offer. The episodes are: 'Orkney', 'Lossiemouth', 'Blair Castle', 'Edinburgh', 'Yorkshire', 'Lancashire', 'Snowdonia', 'Pembrokeshire', 'Northern Irish Coast', 'Belfast', 'Birmingham', 'Nottingham', 'Norfolk', 'London + Bray', 'Laverstok..
3 to 4 DaysThree-part documentary series presented by author and historian Simon Sebag Montefiore in which he explores the history of Jerusalem. The programmes cover issues such as the city's significance to the three Abrahamic religions and the impact of new faith Islam, the Crusaders' attempt to regain control of Jerusalem and the conflict that still exists there today. Episodes comprise: 'Wellspring of Holiness', 'Invasion, Invasion, Invasion' ..
3 to 4 DaysThree-part ITV travel series following Joanna Lumley as she explores the country of her birth. Born in Srinagar, Kashmir and Jammu in 1946, a year before the country gained independence from the British Empire, Lumley returns to the country to explore its history and her family's own place in it. Beginning in the far south of the country, Lumley visits the temple city of Madurai before having an audience with the Dalai Lama and visiting..
3 to 4 DaysJoanna Lumley travels to the far reaches of Japan, from the icy Siberian seas of the north to the subtropical isands of the south. With her natural curiosity and engaging storytelling, Joanna will take viewers on an adventure exploring some of the most unchartered corners of Japan's 6,800 mystical islands...
3 to 4 DaysThree-part ITV travel series following Joanna Lumley as she travels along the Trans-Siberian Railway. Departing from Hong Kong, the English actress ventures 6400 miles across Europe and Asia to her final destination of Moscow. Along the way she visits the various countries' sites and inhabitants including Mongolia's nomads and throat singers, China's Great Wall, the Gobi Desert and Moscow's Red Square...
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3 to 4 DaysAll four episodes from the travel documentary in which Joanna Lumley journeys 7000 miles via the Silk Road, a trade route stretching across Europe and Asia. Joanna ventures from Venice to China through treacherous landscapes and amidst incredible scenery while exploring the road which brought revolutionary inventions and fine goods across continents...
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3 to 4 DaysJulia Bradbury embarks on a walking tour of Germany tracing the footsteps of the romantic movement. Exploring river valleys, mountains and coastlines, Julia visits the Rhine, the Bavarian Alps, Saxony, and the island of Reugen...
3 to 4 DaysThe complete BBC series in which Professor W.G. Hoskins makes his way across the English landscape, exploring the interrelated connection between people and environment, explaining why the land has come to look the way it does...
3 to 4 DaysDocumentary series in which explorer Levison Wood undertakes an expedition to travel 2600 miles through the Caucasus mountain range between Russia and Iran, along the way encountering people from all walks of life...
3 to 4 DaysCollection of Channel 4 documentaries in which explorer and former paratrooper Levison Wood undertakes three extreme walking expeditions. In 'Walking the Nile' (2015) Wood aims to become the first person to walk the length of the River Nile over the course of nine months. In 'Walking the Himalayas' (2015) Wood sets out to walk the length of the Himalayas, from Afghanistan to Bhutan. In 'Walking the Americas' (2017) Wood ventures 1800 mi..
3 to 4 DaysSilent documentary focusing on the city of London. Set to an original composition by James McWilliam, and filmed in over 200 locations, the film depicts modern life in the capital of the UK, from its diverse multiculturalism to its architecture, wildlife and nature, tourism, nightlife and everyday leisurely scenes...
This release includes five films that capture London's Docklands in all their glory from the 1920s to the 1960s. 'City of Ships' was filmed during 1938 and 1939 and provides a stylish account of London's docks at work prior to the outbreak of World War II. 'Sweet Thames' was filmed in 1968 by Colin Porter and looks at the problem of pollution on the Thames and Port of London Authority's monitoring of water contamination. 'London River a..
In its heyday London was Britain's premier port. The Port of London Authority (PLA) controlled 94 miles of the tidal Thames, presiding over the great dock systems and hundreds of wharves. The six films featured here capture London's Docklands in all their glory from the 1920s to the 1950s. 'The Royal River' (1953) provides a record of the Thames preparing for the Coronation in 1953. 'Coronation Day' (1953) provides a brief account of th..
In its heyday London was Britain's premier port. The Port of London Authority (PLA) controlled 94 miles of the tidal Thames, presiding over the great dock systems and hundreds of wharves. The five films featured here capture London's Dockland's in all their glory from the 1940s to the 1970s. 'Thames Port' celebrates new developments including containerisation and the Freightliner terminal with its Goliath cranes. The PLA also reveals it..
At its peak London was Britain's leading port.The Port of London Authority (PLA) controlled nearly 70 miles of the tidal Thames as well as the great dock systems and countless wharfs. These four films capture the glory and splendour of London's Docklands from the 1920s to the 1960s. 'Waters of Time' features some fine aerial footage of the Docklands in the 1960s. 'The Vital Link' gives a detailed account of the PLA's work and an excelle..
3 to 4 DaysOn his 10,000-mile journey, Martin stops off at Hawaii as he explores the devastating impact of volcanic eruptions before visiting Alaska and its incredible glaciers and vast mountains...
3 to 4 DaysMartin Clunes presents this three-part ITV series in which he travels around the islands of Australia. On his journey, Martin explores 16 of the country's 8,000 diverse islands, including Restoration Island, the Tiwi Islands and Phillip Island. Along the way he learns about the area's wildlife, meets some of the natives to find out more about their culture and experiences what life is really like for those living and working on the isla..
3 to 4 DaysMichael Palin takes us on a conquest of the globe in under eighty day as he sets out to recreate the famous fictional journey of Phileas Fogg...
From the lost world of Amazonia to the buzzing metropolis of Rio de Janeiro, Michael Palin meets the people and visits the places that shape this fascinating nation. In his inimitable style, Michael Palin explores this vast country of incredible contrasts. He travels by river-boat, float-plane and on foot to visit tribes deep in the jungle; experiences the heady mix of Rio de Janeiro and the African-inspired culture of Sao Luis; Recife ..
3 to 4 DaysMichael Palin travels the world in the footsteps for the great adventurer and writer. What struck me most forcibly in my researches was that Ernest Heminway, boozer , brawler and dangerous friend, loved to travel. He lived most of his working life outside America in places like Spain, France, and Cuba. And he wrote powerfully well about these places." Michael Palin. One hundred years after the birth of Ernest Hemingway, Palin follows hi..
3 to 4 DaysMichael Pain's latest voyage of discovery sees him venture into territory once forbidden - the new Europe previously shrouded behind the Iron Curtain. Now the Iron Curtain has lifted and the Cold War is over, Michael can enjoy a new freedom to roam unhindered across an unexplored swathe of his own continent. From Estonia in the north of Turkey in the south, where Europe reaches out to Asia across the Bosphorus, Michaels journey takes hi..
3 to 4 DaysHaving completed travelling around the World in 80 days, Michael Palin set out to travel along the 30 degree East line of longtitude - from the North to the South Pole. This, however, proved much more of a challenge and Palin, and his film crew, managed to use most modes of transport to travel through 17 countries over 5 months...
3 to 4 DaysMichael Palin continues his series of epic journeys, this time crossing the Sahara - an environment as alien and hostile as any on earth. But instead of emptiness, the Sahara reveals a vast range of peoples, cultures and landscapes with a rich and unique history. The journey begins in Morocco, where Michael must traverse nature's gateway to the Sahara - the beautiful Atlas mountains. Slowly the mountains give way to the arid Sahara and ..
3 to 4 DaysOver a century ago, filmmakers Sagar Mitchell and James Kenyon roamed the British Isles filming the everyday lives of people at work and play. This programme is a unique and vivid record of Ireland at the start of the twentieth century. The Mitchell & Kenyon Collection contains some twenty-six films made in Ireland between May 1901 and December 1902 in association with three travelling film exhibitors - the North American Animated Photo..
3 to 4 DaysAll six episodes from the first series of the fishing documentary presented by Bob Mortimer and Paul Whitehouse as they discuss life and share memories while spending time fishing by various methods...
3 to 4 DaysAll six episodes from the first series of the fishing documentary presented by Bob Mortimer and Paul Whitehouse as they discuss life and share memories while spending time fishing by various methods...
3 to 4 DaysDouble Olympic gold medallist James Cracknell, TV presenter Ben Fogle and Doctor Ed Coats compete in one of the world’s greatest challenges – the 2009 race to the South Pole - the first organised race since Scott and Amundsen almost 100 years ago. The challenge they face is immense: a 500 mile cross country skiing race to the South Pole, on the windiest, coldest, highest and driest continent in the world; winds of almost 100mph, constan..
3 to 4 DaysCollection of episodes from the TV series in which Scottish actor David Hayman travels around some wild and picturesque landscapes, following in the footsteps of fellow broadcaster Tom Weir. As a tribute to the writer and explorer, Hayman visits some of Weir's favourite locations from throughout his life and time on the programme 'Weir's Way'. As he traverses stunning locations and discovers their natural history and community, Hayman d..
