Villages by the Sea

20195 series
Available on
BBC One

Archaeologist Ben Robinson uncovers the history and heritage of beautiful coastal villages from across the UK, showcasing their often unsung role in the nation's story.

Culross: Episode Image
Episode 1Culross

Ben Robinson discovers the first underwater sea coal shaft in the world.

Port Carlisle: Episode Image
Episode 2Port Carlisle

Ben Robinson explores the remains of a lost harbour in Port Carlisle.

Cushendall: Episode Image
Episode 3Cushendall

Ben Robinson explores Cushendall, one of the finest Georgian villages in Northern Ireland.

Holkham: Episode Image
Episode 4Holkham

Ben Robinson discovers Holkham’s lost medieval village.

Solva: Episode Image
Episode 5Solva

Ben Robinson discovers the impressive lime kilns in Solva, Wales.

Beer: Episode Image
Episode 6Beer

Ben Robinson discovers how stone from the village of Beer built the Tower of London.

Seaton Sluice: Episode Image
Episode 7Seaton Sluice

Ben Robinson discovers stories of Georgian pranks and parties in Seaton Sluice.

Porthgain: Episode Image
Episode 8Porthgain

Ben Robinson discovers how the village of Porthgain helped build the nation’s roads.

Greyabbey: Episode Image
Episode 9Greyabbey

Ben Robinson unearths the ancient history of Greyabbey on beautiful Strangford Lough.

Johnshaven: Episode Image
Episode 10Johnshaven

Ben Robinson discovers how the Scottish village of Johnshaven found wealth in cloth.

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