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Adventure and Exploration

Episode number: 1

Overview: David Dimbleby sails the south west coast of England, exploring maritime art, architecture and history - including the story of Sir Francis Drake.

Invasion and Defence

Episode number: 2

Overview: David Dimbleby continues his voyage round Britain, sailing along the south east coast from Hampshire to Kent - the edge of Britain essential to its defence.

Trade and Romance

Episode number: 3

Overview: Documentary which sees David Dimbleby tracing the crucial importance of the sea to Britain's trade and to individual livelihoods of coastal communities.

Pleasure and Escape

Episode number: 4

Overview: David Dimbleby explores how the sea emerged as a source of pleasure, Punch and Judy and sand sculpture, before docking into Greenwich.