Griff's Great Britain
Britain is home to a huge variety of landscapes, and its these that take center stage in this 8 part series as Griff Rhys Jones investigates how they have dictated different ways of living, working and playing across the entire country.
- 2016-2016
- 1 season
- Documentary
Britain is home to a huge variety of landscapes, and its these that take center stage in this 8 part series as Griff Rhys Jones investigates how they have dictated different ways of living, working and playing across the entire country.
Season 1 Episode Guide
8 Episodes 2016
Episode 1
South Downs
22 mins
In tonight's opening episode, Griff explores the stunningly beautiful South Downs in Sussex. In search of what makes this landscape so special, Griff takes in a bird's eye view from the air and a biker's view from the ground - and along the way attempts to get to know one of the region's woolliest inhabitants.
Episode 2
Estuaries
22 mins
Griff explores the picturesque estuaries of Suffolk and Essex in the second part of his journey through the landscape. Amongst his challenges are attempting to eat a Colchester Native and helping to build a replica of the Mayflower - and along the way enjoying the beauty of 'Haywain' country.
Episode 3
Highlands
22 mins
In the third episode of his new series, Griff explores the spectacularly beautiful Scottish Highlands. In search of Britain's second largest bird of prey, he travels through this extraordinary and ancient landscape in a variety of ways - but will he be able to track down the rare golden eagle?
Episode 4
Moors
22 mins
Griff explores the pleasures and perils of the largest and wildest area of open country in the south of England. Dartmoor National Park, land of ancient woodlands, high granite tors and vast tracts of rolling moorland - and, as he discovers, churches, cream teas, llamas and legends.
Episode 5
Coasts
22 mins
This week Griff visits a unique stretch of the British coastline, beginning in the historic town of Scarborough. From the world's oldest seaside resort to some ghostly adventures further along the North Yorkshire coast in the picturesque port of Whitby - Griff has his hands full exploring our passion for being beside the sea.
Episode 6
Lakes
22 mins
This week finds Griff exploring the dramatic and beautiful landscape of the Lake District. Along the way he meets the man who made the longest Cumberland Sausage in the world, attempts to speed along the steepest road in Britain and crosses the terrifying Infinity Bridge - but can he break the record for the slowest water ski in history?
Episode 7
Wolds
22 mins
Stunning landscapes and butterscotch-colored villages - this week Griff explores the Cotswolds - a mecca of fetes, fairs and country shows. With gardens galore, Griff is spoilt for choice as he attempts his latest challenge.
Episode 8
Borders
22 mins
In this episode Griff travels to the beautiful borderlands of the Shropshire countryside. He takes to the air to survey the landscape in all its glory before descending to fulfill his final challenge. From medieval Ludlow to the engineering marvel that is Chirk Aqueduct; Little Switzerland to Llangollen Canal - Griff explores them all in his attempt to 'catch a dragon'.