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Britain and the Sea: Episode 4: Pleasure and Escape

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Pleasure and Escape

Episode 4

Episode 4: Pleasure and Escape

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David Dimbleby explores how the sea emerged as a source of pleasure.

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

Having examined the sea as a source of exploration, defence and trade, David Dimbleby explores how it emerged as a source of pleasure, Punch and Judy and sand sculpture. 

Starting at Gorleston-on-Sea, David explores the creation of a seaside holiday culture that remains uniquely British to this day. 

Sailing down the Suffolk and Essex coasts and into the Thames, David also shows how the sea became an irresistible subject for our most celebrated artists and architects, before finally docking in the very heart of British maritime power - Greenwich.

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David Dimbleby takes to his wooden sailing boat to explore Britain's maritime heritage.

David Dimbleby takes to his wooden sailing boat to explore Britain's rich maritime heritage.

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