Walking Through History

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In this travel programme, presenter Tony Robinson heads out on spectacular walks through some of Britain's most historic landscapes in search of stories from the country's past. Each episode takes Robinson down a route that allows him to learn about the history of a certain period or event in British history. Along the way, he meets experts who tell him more about the topic while revealing places and hidden stories that ordinary walkers might otherwise miss on their journeys. Among Robinson's treks are a 40-mile walk through the Peak District and a 60-mile stroll along the Jurassic coast in Dorset.

Bronte Country: Episode Image
Episode 1Bronte Country

Tony heads out on a walk that reveals the story of the remarkable Bronte family, exploring how the moors inspired their most famous novels. (S3, ep 1)

Victoria and Albert's Highland Fling: Episode Image
Episode 2Victoria and Albert's Highland Fling

Victoria & Albert's Highland Fling: Tony sets out on a walk across the Cairngorms to Balmoral, in the footsteps of Victoria and Albert, who promoted the Scottish Highlands. (S3, ep 2)

Norman Conquest of Pembrokeshire: Episode Image
Episode 3Norman Conquest of Pembrokeshire

The Norman Conquest Of Pembrokeshire: Tony traces the Norman conquest of this part of Wales, which still feels more English than the rest of the country, nearly 1000 years later. (S3, ep 3)

Nazi Occupation: Channel Islands: Episode Image
Episode 4Nazi Occupation: Channel Islands

Nazi Occupation - The Channel Islands: For five years, the Channel Islands were occupied by Nazi Germany. Here, Tony traces the still-visible story of the occupation. (S3, ep 4)

King John's Ruin: Peak District: Episode Image
Episode 5King John's Ruin: Peak District

King John's Ruin - The Peak District: On the 800th anniversary of the signing of the Magna Carta, Tony unravels the history from the myths surrounding King John and Robin Hood. (S3, ep 5)

England's Last Battle - West Country: Episode Image
Episode 6England's Last Battle - West Country

Tony arrives at the most rebellious corner of England as he looks back at the Duke of Monmouth's attempt to overthrow the British monarchy. (S3, ep 6)

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