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Great British Railway Journeys

All aboard! Michael Portillo explores the UK the railways made. Uncover hidden gems and fascinating communities from across the nation.

Series 15: 13. Lincoln to York (29 mins)

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  • 13. Dudley to West Bromwich
    Michael Portillo boards a barge on the Dudley Canal and discovers an ancient seabed.
    29 mins
  • 14. Birmingham New Street to Wednesbury
    Arriving in Birmingham, Michael heads to Curzon Street for a tour of the HS2 terminus.
    29 mins
  • 15. Solihull to Birmingham International
    On the last leg of his Midlands tour, Michael travels to Solihull, home of the Land Rover.
    29 mins
  • 16. Loughton to Audley End
    Michael Portillo embarks on a journey across Essex.
    29 mins
  • 17. Romford to the Blackwater Estuary
    Michael explores a rail-operating centre and visits the home of Radio Caroline.
    29 mins
  • 18. Chelmsford to Tollesbury
    Michael’s exploration of Essex reaches Chelmsford.
    29 mins
  • 19. Witham to Saffron Walden
    Michael visits Terling Place, one of Essex's great country houses.
    29 mins
  • 20. Colchester to Chappel and Wakes Colne
    As Michael's trip finishes, he visits Colchester, a claimant for Britain's oldest town.
    29 mins
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