Britain and the Sea – Season 1
2013
4 Episodes
Episodes

S01E01
Adventure and Exploration
David Dimbleby sails the south west coast of England, exploring maritime art, architecture and history - including the story of Sir Francis Drake.
17 Nov 201360m

S01E02
Invasion and Defence
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.
24 Nov 201360m

S01E03
Trade and Romance
Documentary which sees David Dimbleby tracing the crucial importance of the sea to Britain's trade and to individual livelihoods of coastal communities.
01 Dec 201360m

S01E04
Pleasure and Escape
David Dimbleby explores how the sea emerged as a source of pleasure, Punch and Judy and sand sculpture, before docking into Greenwich.
08 Dec 201360m