How the Victorians Built Britain

S02E01 The Railway Revolution

Michael Buerk is back, exploring the remarkable changes in Britain during the Victorian era. He starts by delving into the expansion of the railway system, taking a ride on an authentic Victorian locomotive at Tanfield Railway. Here, he uncovers how this old coal route contributed to the establishment of the national railway network. Additionally, he investigates Isambard Kingdom Brunel’s efforts to secure Bristol’s future and his groundbreaking work in designing the world’s fastest engine.