Seasoned railway traveller, presenter and ex-politician Michael Portillo sets out on another journey to explore the landscape and history of the British Isles by train. Focusing on the beautiful scenery and individual communities found along Britain's coastline, he discovers each area's hidden history while meeting local inhabitants who share their pride and passion for their homes.
Michael Portillo's Scottish railway journey reaches Aberdeen, from where he heads out to Forvie National Nature Reserve.
Michael Portillo crosses the Culloden Viaduct aboard the Caledonian Sleeper to arrive bright and early in Inverness.
Michael Portillo travels by train north from Inverness to the Orkney Islands. Beginning on the Moray Firth, Michael admires the Cullen Viaduct.
Michael Portillo's Scottish coastal railway journey reaches Invergordon on the Cromarty Firth, the third great inlet on the northeast coast of the Highlands.
The latest stage of Michael Portillo's trek takes him past lochs and castles on the Far North Line to Britain's northernmost railway station at Thurso.
Michael Portillo heads for the ferry port of Scrabster to cross the Pentland Firth to the Orkney Islands.
Michael Portillo sets off from Tynemouth on the first leg of a trip to Berwick, hearing about a tragedy that inspired a coastal rescue service.
Michael Portillo heads from Newcastle to Lynemouth, and is intrigued to hear of its part in Newcastle's early industrial development.
Michael Portillo explores the wild and rugged coastline of Northumberland by rail, beginning in Morpeth.
Michael Portillo travels the length of the Northumbrian coastline, and visits the mighty Bamburgh Castle.
Michael Portillo's rail trek along the coast of Northumberland continues towards the Farne Islands.
Michael Portillo sets off on the first leg of a trip from the Firth of Clyde to Lewis and Harris.
Michael Portillo continues his exploration of Scotland's spectacular west coast, travelling from the town of Helensburgh to Connel Bridge.
Onboard the West Highland Line, Michael Portillo explores the stunning scenery of Scotland's west coast and islands as he heads to the Hebridean archipelago.
Michael Portillo's adventure reaches the west coast of Scotland where, aboard the Jacobite Express, he crosses the awe-inspiring Glenfinnan Viaduct.
Michael Portillo reaches the terminus of the West Highland Line at Mallaig.
Michael Portillo crosses the Severn to begin a trip along the south coast of Wales.
Michael Portillo continues his south Wales coastal railway journey in Barry Island.
Michael Portillo's coastal rail journey along the south coast of Wales reaches the town of Port Talbot.
Michael Portillo travels the rural coastline of Carmarthenshire and Pembrokeshire in south Wales.
Michael Portillo reaches the most westerly station in Wales, on the final leg of his rail journey along its southern coastline.