Somerset: Wonder of the West Country

45min

Delving into the history of some of the best and most picturesque parts of Somerset's landscape, attractions and events.

Episodes

Cast

Episode 1

1. Episode 1

45min

29th Feb 2024

Alan Titchmarsh narrates a new series celebrating Somerset's landscape, attractions and events, from the West Somerset Steam Railway to the National Ploughing competition.

Episode 2

2. Episode 2

45min

7th Mar 2024

A visit to Cheddar's famous gorge reveals how its world-renowned cheese is made - and the depths its makers go to get the flavour right! Plus, a trip to Dunster Castle.

Episode 3

3. Episode 3

45min

14th Mar 2024

Thousands of Jane Austen fans descend on upmarket Bath, spectacularly rugged Exmoor hosts a pony gathering, and a fancy farm shop attracts doughnut devotees.

Episode 4

4. Episode 4

45min

21st Mar 2024

It's carnival time in Bridgwater - with one of the largest illuminated processions in Europe. Plus, we discover the secrets of the bell-ringing swans of Wells!

Episode 5

5. Episode 5

45min

28th Mar 2024

A visit to legendary seaside resort Weston-super-Mare, complete with donkey rides, and to Glastonbury for fish and chips, then a mysterious island off the Somerset coast.

First air date

29th Feb 2024

Last air date

28th Mar 2024

Status

Returning Series

Type

Documentary

Original language

en

Networks