Susan Calman's Great British Cities

Susan Calman journeys to Liverpool. She starts at the iconic Royal Albert Dock where she meets historian Frank Carlyle, who recounts how one of her literary heroes, Charles Dickens, visited the city to research his famous characters.

Susan Calman has a Geordie adventure in Newcastle, learning about the architectural jewel of Grainger Town, and stories of witch executions and the tunnel that saved lives during the war.

Susan Calman explores Cambridge, starting with a punt down the river Cam with history buff Henry Rintoul who reveals the origins of the waterways and the story behind one man's plan to repurpose it when livelihoods were threatened.

Susan Calman travels to Leeds, locally known as the Capital of the North. She learns about the industrial revolution, the Leeds West Indian Carnival, and visits the Victorian Town Hall as well as the Thackray Museum of Medicine.

Susan Calman uncovers the hidden history of her home city of Glasgow, exploring sites like the world's oldest surviving music hall, the 'Square Mile of Murder' and stunning Mitchell Library.

Susan Calman visits Bath, a city bursting with rich history and stunning architecture. Her starting point is the world-famous Roman Baths where Susan peels back 2000 years of history with manager Zosia Matyjaskiewicz.