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Documentary series in which Michael Portillo travels the country by train.

All aboard! Armed with his trusty Bradshaw's guide, Michael Portillo explores the UK the railways made. Uncover hidden gems and fascinating communities from across the nation.

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Great British Railway Journeys: Series 4

Michael Portillo

Michelle Heeley

Tom Richardson

John Comerford

Great British Railway Journeys: Series 4: Episode 14: Inverness to Plockton

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Episode 14: Inverness to Plockton

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Inverness to Plockton

BBC Two - Great British Railway Journeys, Series 4, Inverness to Plockton

Michael Portillo rides one of Scotland's most picturesque railways.

Michael Portillo rides one of Scotland's most picturesque railways, visits the smallest station and learns what went into a Victorian-style spa break.

Michael Portillo takes to the tracks with his copy of Bradshaw's Victorian railway guidebook. He travels the length and breadth of the British Isles to see what of Bradshaw's world remains. 

In this programme, Michael explores the scenery of rural and coastal Scotland, travelling from Stirling to the beauty of the western lochs, ending his journey in John O'Groats. Michael rides one of Scotland's most picturesque railways, visits Scotland's smallest station and learns what went into a Victorian-style spa break.

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Michael Portillo travels the country to see how the railways changed us.

Documentary series in which Michael Portillo travels the length and breadth of the country to see how the railways changed us.

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