The Wye Valley and Forest of Dean

Synopsis

Actor Richard Wilson takes a journey into the past, following routes raved about in motoring guides of 50 years ago.

Using an Austin Cambridge to explore an area that claims to be the birthplace of British tourism, Richard learns about life before the Severn Bridge, finds out why thousands of tourists flocked to the Wye Valley in search of the 'picturesque' and discovers how ancient customs are still practised in the medieval forest of Dean, with his trip culminating at a renowned viewpoint.

Credits

Presenter

Richard Wilson

Producer

Jonney Steven

Broadcasts

1. Thu 19 Mar 2009
   20:30
   BBC Four
2. Fri 20 Mar 2009
   02:30
   BBC Four
3. Wed 25 Mar 2009
   19:30
   BBC Four
4. Wed 25 Mar 2009
   22:00
   BBC Four
5. Wed 3 Jun 2009
   19:30
   BBC Two (Scotland only)
6. Fri 5 Jun 2009
   22:00
   BBC Two (England only)
7. Tue 9 Jun 2009
   19:00
   BBC Two (Wales only)
8. Fri 12 Jun 2009
   22:00
   BBC Two (Northern Ireland only)