Great Coastal Railway Journeys

Michael Portillo embarks on a new series of railway adventures around the coasts of the British Isles. From the sea lochs of Scotland to the Jurassic Coast of Dorset, our seasoned train traveller immerses himself in the magnificent scenery of the nation’s coastal regions. Meeting each region’s inhabitants, he discovers passion and pride in their history, culture and identity and seeks to understand the challenges each region faces today.