Title: Chichester to Cowes In West Sussex, Michael Portillo explores Chichester armed with an early 20th-century Bradshaw's guide. He meets a pair of Edwardian motorists, once favored by King Edward VII, and enjoys a delightful tour of their factory before taking a leisurely ride in one of their luxurious vehicles. Venturing to Southsea, Hampshire, he visits the stunning King's Theatre, designed by a famous architect of the era. Joining a local cast, Michael participates in a community performance of Lads in the Village. He then crosses the Solent to Ryde, riding the Island Line in a vintage London Underground carriage before heading to Wootton and visiting Osborne House, a cherished childhood retreat of the future king.
Show
Great British Railway Journeys
Episode
S09E04
Air Date
Jan 04, 2018
Season 9 Episodes
S09E01
Cromer to Cambridge
S09E02
Letchworth Garden City to Herne Hill
S09E03
Croydon to Shoreham-by-Sea
S09E04
Chichester to Cowes
S09E05
Swanwick to Brownsea Island
S09E06
Whitland to Swansea
S09E07
Pontyclun to Ebbw Vale Town
S09E08
Newport to Clevedon/Yatton/Bristol Channel
S09E14
Liverpool to Dolgarrog
S09E15
Criccieth to Caernarfon