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Great Canal Journeys

Series Overview

To celebrate their golden wedding anniversary, actors Timothy West and Prunella Scales embark on four spectacular canal journeys, sharing a passion that they've enjoyed for decades. To start the series, Tim and Pru revisit the Kennet and Avon Canal in the West Country. Back in 1990, to promote the fully restored canal, Tim and Pru were invited to be the first boat in 42 years to travel the full length of the K&A. Almost a quarter of a century later, they navigate the 21 miles along its most picturesque stretch, starting in Bath and ending in Devizes.

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Returning SeriesIn ProductionDocumentary
Original Network
Channel 4
Episodes & Seasons

14 Seasons • 42 Episodes

47 min per episode

Air Date Window

2014 – Present

Premiered: Mon, Mar 10, 2014

Created By

Creative Production Team

Latest Aired Episode

Aired: Wed, Sep 15, 2021

Season 13, Episode 4: “Peak Forest Canal”

Sheila and Gyles boat the beautiful Peak Forest Canal to Manchester, where they have a go at dry stone walling and discover the hatting history of Denton.

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What is Great Canal Journeys about?

To celebrate their golden wedding anniversary, actors Timothy West and Prunella Scales embark on four spectacular canal journeys, sharing a passion that they've enjoyed for decades. To start the series, Tim and Pru revisit the Kennet and Avon Canal in the West Country. Back in 1990, to promote the fully restored canal, Tim and Pru were invited to be the first boat in 42 years to travel the full length of the K&A. Almost a quarter of a century later, they navigate the 21 miles along its most picturesque stretch, starting in Bath and ending in Devizes.

How many seasons does Great Canal Journeys have?

Great Canal Journeys comprises 14 seasons available to explore.

Who stars in Great Canal Journeys?

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Who created or directed Great Canal Journeys?

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