Britain by Boat
Former BBC newsreader Michael Buerk and one-time political journalist John Sergeant take to the high seas aboard the 50ft cutter yacht Bonaventure exploring Britain's coast.
- 2018-2018
- 1 season
- Documentary
Former BBC newsreader Michael Buerk and one-time political journalist John Sergeant take to the high seas aboard the 50ft cutter yacht Bonaventure exploring Britain's coast.
Season 1 Episode Guide
4 Episodes 2018
Episode 1
Episode #1.1
44 mins
John and Michael's first task is to cross the Thames estuary, where they discover a genuine Dunkirk rescue boat and are challenged to eat oysters gracefully.
Episode 2
Episode #1.2
43 mins
The duo embark upon the second leg of their voyage. Missing the morning tide in Portsmouth they visit HMS Victory before sailing to Cowes. They then make their way past the Needles to Poole.
Episode 3
Episode #1.3
43 mins
Michael Buerk and John Sergeant embark upon the third leg of their sea voyage as they sail around he south Cornish coast from Fowey to Newlyn.
Episode 4
Episode #1.4
44 mins
Michael and John face their biggest challenge. In sole charge of the Bonaventure, can they make it safely from Falmouth to Brixham? But first, they must decide who is to be captain.