As Michael embarks on the final stretch of his journey from Southampton to Wolverhampton, he first visits the charming spa town of Cheltenham, where he encounters a rare early road locomotive and even gets a chance to drive it. Next, he heads to the historic town of Tewkesbury, known for its bloody conflict during the Wars of the Roses, where he dons armor and joins reenactors for a thrilling battle experience. Afterward, he travels to Droitwich to learn about the fascinating story of a humble boatman who became the King of Salt and resided in a stunning chateau. Michael's adventure concludes in Wolverhampton, where he uncovers the unique tradition of Japanning, once showcased to the Queen by the locals.
Show
Great British Railway Journeys
Episode
S05E15
Air Date
Jan 24, 2014
Season 5 Episodes
S05E01
Manchester to Birkenhead
S05E02
Southport to Leyland
S05E03
Preston to Rochdale
S05E04
Haworth to Huddersfield
S05E05
Honley to Chesterfield
S05E06
London Euston to Cheddington
S05E07
Bletchley to Newport Pagnell
S05E08
Northampton to Nuneaton
S05E09
Leicester to Loughborough
S05E10
Nottingham to Leeds
S05E11
Southampton to Basingstoke
S05E12
Winchfield to Crowthorne
S05E13
Wokingham to Bradford-on-Avon
S05E14
Chippenham to Gloucester
S05E15
Cheltenham to Wolverhampton
S05E16
Norwich to Brandon
S05E17
Ipswich to Chelmsford
S05E18
Ilford to Rochester
S05E19
Faversham to Dorking
S05E20
Brighton to Chichester