Great British Railway Journeys – Taunton to Minehead
Michael Portillo travels from Taunton to Minehead, operating a 19th-century signal box and summoning all his strength to move a 110-ton steam locomotive.
Michael Portillo travels from Taunton to Minehead, operating a 19th-century signal box and summoning all his strength to move a 110-ton steam locomotive.
Join Kate Humble on foot as she visits some of Britain’s beautiful coastal destinations.
Brand new series that explores the stunning architecture that lines the railway network. Transport historian and architecture enthusiast Tim Dunn celebrates the radical design and often challenging construction of many station buildings across the UK and Europe, from grand edifices in major cities to tiny rural stations serving small communities.
Rob Bell discovers the lines that unlocked the wild coastline of North Devon, starting in Ilfracombe where spectacular cliffs kept this fishing town secret for centuries.
Michael Portillo travels from Lynton to Exeter, visiting a garden used as a viewing platform for public hangings and examining a timepiece like no other.
The dramatic headland with crashing waves and dramatic cliffs is situated between Croyde and Putsborough on the North Devon coast.
October – November
Exmoor National Park is home to some of the darkest skies in the country so it’s a great place to gaze at the stars. The Exmoor Dark Skies Festival hosts a variety of events for families and adults taking place all over Exmoor.
September
An exhibition of some of Britain’s finest narrow gauge steam engines. Visitors can experience Exmoor train rides with marquee attractions, real ale and family activities.
June
A raucous weekend of gig racing, sea shanties and family entertainment with great local food, beer tents, trade stand, cannon fire and music!
See some of the most stunning cars in the South West – super cars, classics, vintage and even tractors – vehicles for everyone! With stalls and activities for the family and touring car clubs throughout the day.