Aired Tuesday June 8, 5:30pm - 6:00pmon BBC Two HD

Great British Railway Journeys

Series 11 Episode 7: Truro to St Mawgan

Michael Portillo is in Cornwall's county town, Truro, with his 1930s Bradshaw's Guide. In the surrounding countryside, he finds the historic estate of Trewithen, whose gardens were stocked from China by professional plant hunters commissioned by its owner. The Atlantic Coast branch line carries Michael north to Newquay.

Category
Documentary / Travel
Original air date
2020-01-14
Cast and crew
  • Anthony HollandDirector
  • Michael PortilloHost