Britain and the Sea

Season 1

2013 · 4 episodes · 4h 0m in all

Episodes

1. 

   1. Adventure and Exploration

   17 Nov 2013 · 60 min

   David Dimbleby sails the south west coast of England, exploring maritime art, architecture and history - including the story of Sir Francis Drake.

2. 

   2. Invasion and Defence

   24 Nov 2013 · 60 min

   David Dimbleby continues his voyage round Britain, sailing along the south east coast from Hampshire to Kent - the edge of Britain essential to its defence.

3. 

   3. Trade and Romance

   1 Dec 2013 · 60 min

   Documentary which sees David Dimbleby tracing the crucial importance of the sea to Britain's trade and to individual livelihoods of coastal communities.

4. 

   4. Pleasure and Escape

   8 Dec 2013 · 60 min

   David Dimbleby explores how the sea emerged as a source of pleasure, Punch and Judy and sand sculpture, before docking into Greenwich.