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First broadcast: on BBC Two Northern Ireland (Analogue)Latest broadcast: on BBC Four
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First transmitted in 1986, Miles Kington explores the line laid from Bristol to Exeter by Isambard Kingdom Brunel and then travels through south Devon in all its glory. Show more
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First broadcast: on BBC Two Northern Ireland (Analogue)Latest broadcast: on BBC One Wales
First transmitted in 1986, Miles Kington is shown the workings of the 'Duchess of Hamilton', one of Britain's most famous locomotives. Show more
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First broadcast: on BBC Two Northern Ireland (Analogue)Latest broadcast: on BBC Four HD
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First transmitted in 1986, Miles Kington looks at three locomotives which played a part in keeping Britain on the tracks towards the world speed record. Show more
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First broadcast: on BBC Two Northern Ireland (Analogue)Latest broadcast: on BBC Four HD
Miles Kington looks at freight trains - the workhorses of Britain's railways - and the pattern of their usage before motorways. Show more
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First broadcast: on BBC Two Northern Ireland (Analogue)Latest broadcast: on BBC One Wales
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First transmitted in 1986, Miles Kington tries to find out why the name 'Flying Scotsman' has been exciting travellers and enthusiasts for so long. Show more
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First broadcast: on BBC Two Northern Ireland (Analogue)Latest broadcast: on BBC Four
First transmitted in 1986, Miles Kington travels across the western Highlands on one of the most picturesque railways in Britain, from Fort William to Mallaig. Show more
