Duration
25 minutes
Series Info
Season 9 Episode 7 of 15
Quick Summary
Michael Portillo travels from Pontyclun to Ebbw Vale
About This Program
Michael Portillo travels from Pontyclun to Ebbw Vale in Wales. Along the way, he visits the Royal Mint in Llantrisant and Cardiff Arms Park, scene of the first Welsh victory over the All Blacks back in 1905. In Cardiff Bay, Michael discovers the departure point for one of the Edwardian era's most famous expeditions - Scott's ill-fated voyage to the Antarctic
Great British Railway Journeys broadcasts on U&Yesterday HD at 7:35am, Thursday, 8 January 2026. (Subtitles)
Channel Numbers:
Virgin129
Production Details
Runtime25 mins
