Who were the ancients who first settled our coast with a view to simply eating, working and fishing? Mark Patterson finds those for whom our coastline provides a modern larder. Show more
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Most people see Portstewart Strand as a gateway to the ocean. Look landward though, and another story unfolds. Mark Patterson unlocks the history of the unique natural environment. Show more
Three words that stop us in our tracks. Mark Patterson meets those who take to the coast when the alert is sounded, like the Coastguard patroller or RNLI skipper.
What's new at the shore's edge? Out in the Atlantic itself, Mark Patterson uses the new North Coast Canoe Trail as his guide to pull ashore at the picture perfect Port Moon bothy.
Mark Patterson meets the last of the Carrick a Rede salmon men, Aki Colgan, who recalls a time when the now world-famous rope bridge was his means of getting to work. Show more
Mark Patterson meets Foyle Punt builder Ken Doherty and joins the punt racers on a summer's night on Lough Foyle. Show more
Mark Patterson meets the people whose passion is out in open water, including Celtic Thunder star Keith Harkin, who reflects on the peace of mind he finds aboard an old lifeboat. Show more
The Pleasure Beaches: In this final episode, Mark Patterson meets those who indulge some modern passions at the shore, including European champion Big Wave surfer Alistair Mennie.