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How the Victorians Built Britain

Season 2 Episode 4: The Great British Holiday

Michael explores how Blackpool's seaside resort evolved from an elite retreat to a beloved British icon, revealing the story of a rivalry between two entertainment moguls that led to the construction of the town's most striking landmarks.

Season 2 Episodes:

Episode 1 The Railway Revolution

1. The Railway Revolution

Aired: Jan 4, 2020

Michael Buerk explores the significant impact of the rail network on Victoria...

Episode 2 Britannia Rules The Waves

2. Britannia Rules The Waves

Aired: Jan 11, 2020

Next episode, we'll delve into the 19th century's remarkable British shipbuil...

Episode 3 Bridging The Nation

3. Bridging The Nation

Aired: Jan 18, 2020

Michael explores the rich history of Britain's iconic bridges, starting with ...

Episode 4 The Great British Holiday

4. The Great British Holiday

Aired: Jan 25, 2020

Michael explores how Blackpool's seaside resort evolved from an elite retreat...

Episode 5 How Britain Healed The World

5. How Britain Healed The World

Aired: Aug 31, 2020

**Bold Victorian experiments and cathedrals of medicine transformed Britain, ...

Episode 6 The Birth of Law and Order

6. The Birth of Law and Order

Aired: Sep 7, 2020

The next episode explores the profound influence of the Victorian era on Brit...

Episode 7 The Great Stink

7. The Great Stink

Aired: Sep 14, 2020

The next episode follows the groundbreaking construction of Britain's Super S...

Episode 8 The Culture Revolution

8. The Culture Revolution

Aired: Sep 21, 2020

British explorers embark on a quest to dominate the globe, bringing back stor...

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Info about How the Victorians Built Britain

Seasons: 2

Current Status: Returning Series

Network: SBS

Production Country: United Kingdom

Genres:Documentary