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.

6/6 Michael crosses the Hawkesbury River and rides a solar-powered train.

The special comes as two brand new series - Great Continental Railway Journeys and Great British Railway Journeys - return to screens on BBC Two from 10 March. Great Continental Railway Journeys ...

You and a guest can explore Europe in five-star luxury with Great Rail Journeys, visiting some of the continent’s most stunning landmarks ...

The former Tory government minister turned broadcaster, 71, has presented Great British Railway Journeys since 2010, with the last series in 2024. His spin-off programme, Great Continental Railway ...

The great journey My favourite of Australia’s great train journeys, this transcontinental sleeper train covers 4352 kilometres of fascinating and varied terrain between Sydney and Perth.

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This wasn't the highlight of my rail tour around Europe - there were too many great cities en route. But anyone who has romanticised about a European Grand Tour, or envied Albert Finney's hair ...

Meanwhile, Portillo will also be seen in a brand new eighth season of Great Continental Railway Journeys, and a new 16th season of Great British Railway Journeys, both of which will start on BBC ...