Name: Matt Baker: Travels with Mum and Dad
Released: 2022-03-30T00:00:00.000Z
Cast: Matt Baker

Available on Channel 4

Durham native Matt Baker, known for co-presenting `Countryfile', sets out to explore the north east with his mum Janice, dad Mike, and their refurbished family caravan. Across four episodes, the family explore some of the most interesting historical and cultural sites that the region has to offer, including Beamish museum, Bamburgh castle and Durham cathedral. The trip also gives the trio a welcome break from the hard work of farm life, and an opportunity to make new memories as they spend quality time together.

Documentary · 2022 · 47 min

Starring Matt Baker

EPISODE 1

Bamburgh

Matt Baker takes his mum Janice and dad Mike on some memorable excursions around the North East, as they go behind the scenes at Bamburgh Castle Estate, one of finest coastal fortresses in the country.

47 min · 30 Mar 2022
EPISODE 2

Beamish

The Bakers hitch up the caravan and head out to the Beamish Open-Air Museum. They uncover some wonderful objects hidden in the storerooms, and Matt experiences driving a 1900s tram.

47 min · 6 Apr 2022
EPISODE 3

Durham Cathedral

The Bakers head to the World Heritage listed Durham Cathedral for an unforgettable behind-the-scenes trip. Matt goes on an underwater treasure hunt, and the whole family try out as choristers.

46 min · 13 Apr 2022
EPISODE 4

Hexham

The Bakers head to Hexham, home to one of the UK's most scenic racecourses. After getting a rare glimpse into the world of the colourful characters involved in race day, Matt is off to the stables and saddles up for a ride on a winning horse.

46 min · 20 Apr 2022
EPISODE 1

Lindisfarne

Matt Baker, his mum Janice and his dad Mike head to Lindisfarne: one of the most magical islands in Britain. After visiting the historic castle, the Bakers get a taste of island life at Lindisfarne's only distillery.

46 min · 30 Oct 2023
EPISODE 2

Herriot Country

The Bakers cross counties into North Yorkshire for a trip to Herriot Country. In Kilburn, Mike meets the ancestors of the famous 'Mouseman' furniture maker. And in Thirsk, the Bakers are given a special tour of James Herriot's home by his son Jim.

46 min · 6 Nov 2023

Matt Baker

Self
Dom Carveley

Producer
Gareth Collett

Producer
Matt Baker

Producer

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