World’s Most Beautiful Railway

This series travels the length and breadth of Scotland’s dramatic landscapes to meet the train crews, the engineers and the volunteers who keep the railways running. We transport viewers back in time as we ride the vintage steam trains. We take to the air to trace the route taken by Queen Victoria and we receive a Royal welcome as we visit a newly refurbished station. We ride the ‘Hogwarts Express’ at it travels across the iconic Glenfinnan viaduct and we meet the steam train crew who delight the thousands of tourists each year who come to follow in the footsteps of Harry Potter, and follow engineers on the Forth Bridge as they carry out essential checks while dangling on ropes underneath one of the world’s most famous Unesco Heritage Sites. Filmed on location from the stunning wilderness of the moors, forests and fields of Scotland we see the breath-taking views that delight Scotland’s rail passengers from their train window.

Warship: Life At Sea

WARSHIP: LIFE AT SEA documents the everyday life on board the most advanced warships in the world. With unprecedented access to the Royal Navy, our cameras capture the most dramatic and revealing moments of what it means to live and work at sea for months at a time. Follow the crew as they are called into action and find themselves at the centre of some of the most sensitive military operations in recent years.

My Top 10

MY TOP 10 follows host Tara Gaucher as she explores one of the most fascinating destinations in the world, Iceland. In this one-hour television special, Tara counts down her favorite experiences in the country that became one of the most traveled spots of 2013. From glacier hiking, snorkeling, and ice-climbing to exploring the countryside, Tara leads us on a journey through the beauty of Iceland.

Expat

EXPAT takes viewers to exotic and legendary locations, where expatriates are creating new lives for themselves. These modern day explorers and long-term travellers have all faced challenges and have fascinating stories to tell. This series is about the expats - the true heroes of the show - and they are just a sampling of the ever-increasing number of people who choose to pick up their entire lives and move abroad. Following in the success of its inaugural season, this innovative program is back with 12 new episodes that push the envelope of what anyone could ever have dreamed.

Red Chargers

Over the past decade a handful of courageous men and women have made their way to Nazaré, Portugal, in search of the biggest waves in the world. What they found is something far greater. Told through the experience of some of the top names in big wave surfing, including Garrett McNamara, Maya Gabiera, Andrew Cotton, Hugo Vau and many more, this gripping series features adrenaline-fuelled pursuits, stunning cinematography, thought-provoking and some of the most thrilling surfing action ever captured on film as they compete in the first ever Red Chargers big wave competition. As these world-renowned athletes break records and risk their lives to test the limits of what is possible in this historic season-long competition, they find camaraderie, community and life-changing friendship through their shared passion for chasing big waves and big dreams.

In The Footsteps Of Marco Polo

Stanley Johnson - author, environmentalist, and father of ex-PM Boris Johnson – and his youngest son Max set off from China’s far western border with Pakistan to undertake an epic 5,000km journey down the Silk Road. Following the trade route taken by Marco Polo 700 years ago, Stanley and Max’s seven week journey reflects on both ancient and modern China as they weave a path through what was the Yuan Dynasty’s land, ruled by Emperor Kublai Khan and to the capital city of Dadu, now known as Beijing. Stanley and Max throw themselves into every adventure along the way, embrace every encounter and share an unforgettable – and often hilarious – experience that brings them closer together and unites them in their love for Chinese culture. IN THE FOOTSTEPS OF MARCO POLO is a perfect blend of history, adventure, and a father and son’s once-in-a-lifetime journey.

Britain's Scenic Railways At Christmas

BRITAIN'S SCENIC RAILWAYS AT CHRISTMAS follows the railway workers, volunteers and travellers who share their experiences of Britain’s most scenic railways with both warmth and humour during this festive time of year.

Great Blue Wild

Great Blue Wild joins the world’s leading marine ecologists on a voyage of discovery as they venture to remote corners of the planet, uncover ocean secrets and fight to defend the endangered animals struggling to survive in our threatened seas. Dive deep with whale sharks and dolphins, brave danger with great white sharks and come one step closer to understanding the mysteries of the deep.

Beyond The Edge

Best friends, sky diver Jokke Sommer and big wave surfer Niccolo Porcella are on a mission to push the boundaries of their human capabilities to become elite athletes in both of their sports in this awe-inspiring travel adventure series. With some of the world’s most progressive athletes along for the ride, they travel to breathtaking locations in Hawaii, California, Brazil, Switzerland, Italy, Tahiti, Sweden, and Norway, experiencing the vibrant landscapes and cultures that are unique to each location, as they explore the limits of their physical and mental capacity. From riding the stunning big waves of Maui, to flying over the epic fjords of Norway, viewers will witness heart-stopping feats of athleticism, experience the sights, sounds, and colours of the planet's most beautiful destinations, and be moved by the spirit of those pursuing the ultimate adventure. As they journey across the world, making lifelong friendships, and creating unforgettable memories, Jokke and Niccolo discover that sometimes dreams are more about the road it takes to get there and who you become on the journey.

From Russia to Iran: Crossing the Wild Frontier

Levison Wood crosses the mighty Caucasus mountain range that lies between Russia and Iran. Levison is taking a new approach to exploring: making his way by any means necessary. Traveling with the locals and living as they do, Levison’s epic, 2,600-mile journey takes him through five countries, crossing the wild lands on the tense frontier between Europe and Asia and visiting some of the most fascinating and diverse people’s on earth.