Name: How the Victorians Built Britain
Released: 2018-09-01T00:00:00.000Z
Cast: Michael Buerk

TV Show · Documentary · History

In this exciting new series, we travel the length and breadth of Britain to find out how the Victorians built Britain. We uncover the incredible and surprising stories behind iconic landmarks; discover the hidden heroes behind the epic constructions; and find out how the incredible advances made by the Victorians, forged the way we live life today.

2018 · 45m

Starring Michael Buerk

Director Madeleine Gerry

EPISODE 1

How Britain Got Moving

In this episode, presenter Michael Buerk discovers how the Victorians created what we know as public transport.

43m
EPISODE 2

Saving the Nation's Health

In this episode, presenter Michael Buerk discovers how the Victorians created the sewers and fresh, clean water for all.

42m
EPISODE 3

The Making of the Modern Home

In this episode, presenter Michael Buerk discovers how the Victorians created what we know as the modern home - from the boom in housebuilding, producing gas from coal, lighting, home entertainment and electricity.

43m
EPISODE 4

The Birth of the Machines

In this episode, presenter Michael Buerk discovers how the Victorians created what we know as mass manufacturing meaning goods could be produced at a rate that had never been seen before and it was down to one thing, cotton.

43m