Great British Railway Journeys (2010)

Episode Overview

Clad in the vibrant hues of the Welsh flag and armed with his vintage Edwardian Bradshaw's guide, Michael Portillo sets off on a railway journey through south Wales, navigating the Bristol Channel down to Cornwall's southern coast. His adventure kicks off in Whitland, Carmarthenshire, where thrill-seekers once flocked to Pendine Sands for speed in the early 1900s. Michael joins modern-day enthusiasts to race an iconic three-wheeler on the beach. In Llanelli, he delves into the dramatic history of the 1911 national rail strike and is moved by the harmonious notes of a male voice choir singing the town's beloved anthem.