Great Canal Journeys

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Embarking on canal journeys together, traversing the canals of the UK, Europe, and the rest of the world by canal barge and narrowboat. Their trips take them along many scenic waterways, including ancient routes followed by the Vikings in Sweden, the windmills along the canals near Amsterdam, and the route once taken by Casanova in Venice. Along the way they interact with interesting characters, taste regional dishes, and explore the sights around the canals. Sheila Hancock and Gyles Brandreth host the thirteenth season.

Bristol and the West Country: Episode Image
Episode 1Bristol and the West Country

With Tim playing King Lear in Bristol, he and Prunella Scales tour the city and some West Country waterways further afield that include a trip to Devon.

Caledonian Canal: Episode Image
Episode 2Caledonian Canal

Tim and Pru cross the Scottish Highlands on a sun-kissed voyage along the spectacular Caledonian Canal, a waterway that links the North Sea with the Atlantic.

The Hebrides and Crinan Canal: Episode Image
Episode 3The Hebrides and Crinan Canal

Tim and Pru island-hop their way through the Hebrides as they visit Tobermory, Iona, the Isle of Jura and the magical nine-mile Crinan canal.

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