Finally, some really Great Britain... These brief civilised episodes make you long for an extended version - maybe two or three stiched together. What a decent human Mr Portillo is and what a contrast to the insane ravings of, oh, I don't know, how about 'Mr Angry' see below...what a prize berk! Movie Lover7:36pm Wed 9 May
Rating 9
Awful distasteful, racist, virtually unwatchable for any self respecting human being. disgusting show. An Angry Watcher4:25pm Wed 25 Apr
Comprehensive I hope this programme is shown in schools - it covers gently so much - geog, history, economics, politics, social change and more. Thank you Mr P. Sadie12:08pm Wed 22 Feb
A Grand Day Out Tired of vacuous air-heads? Thumping background music, dizzy camera work and inane presenters who shout complete drivel at you? Welcome to a relaxing day out with Mr Portillo. Wonderful. Just wonderful. Sheila10:19am Wed 22 Feb
Michael Portillo Railway Journeys Another splendid series! We have learnt much about the Railways, the history, geography and industries affected by them. More please! From the music to the scenery, the commentary and the interest we have once again been delighted by this programme. Rosy Railway Fan4:25pm Tue 21 Feb
Nice one. A very good way to see our superb countryside and heritage. By rail. MGJohn7:01pm Wed 4 Jan
Portillo rocks is this a repeat or a new series
nelly5:19pm Mon 2 Jan
Cheesemaker Does anyone know the name of the Cheshire cheese company in Wrexham please, as I would like to order some online if possible. Many thanks. anna12:26pm Wed 13 Jul
had to take a loan out to purchase a ticket. get a life8:47am Sat 4 Jun
We visited Chester after watching his programme! I have just had a lovely weekend in Chester on the strength of this programme. What he lacked as an MP we have gained in his informative and interesting programmes. More of the same please!!! Pottypolly5:37pm Mon 2 May
changed channel Thanks bbc for changing this great program from bbc2 to hd, now no one can see it Amazed2:01pm Wed 16 Feb
messaage from abroad we love watching your program.we live in israel and watch it on the internet. raff6:22am Sun 13 Feb
What do you mean, Episode 25 of 25 Just when I was enjoying Michael Portillo's easy to listen to narrative. A wonderful way to explore the country. An excellent programme but over far too soon. Mirfee7:15pm Fri 4 Feb
Supper, what supper? What a fantastic series, we have had to move supper to a later date to ensure we watch these excellent and very informative programmes. 10/10! Purdus7:53pm Tue 1 Feb
Tyndrum goldmine Good to see Scotgold Resources' mine at Cononish featured tonight. I hope the mine gets planning permission and the go-ahead soon glenalmond7:08pm Tue 1 Feb
TV at its best We'd love to hate Portillo. but just can't. What a great broadcaster enthusing us with a unique gentle style. This is informative, brilliantly shot and over too quick. Terence Flanborne7:02pm Tue 1 Feb
Brilliant Michael Portilllo is an enthuiastic and gentle presenter the trains are great beautiful British scenery interesting facts about our history it is a lovely program and my husband and I both love it. Jennifer1:45pm Tue 1 Feb
missing twin in this episode of Railway Journeys who is the paper expert that looks like Pete Postlewaites twin. sd10:04am Wed 26 Jan
where and when is this ever going to be shown from start to finish at a set time rw887:54pm Wed 19 Jan
Great to see the railways These are great journeys,Iam looking forward to watching all of them MYLADYDOG17:05pm Thu 13 Jan
actually getting on a train that is on time, and going where you want would be grate. get real9:41pm Mon 10 Jan
great series Michael Portillo, a sort of Fred Dibnah after a swiss finishing johno6:28pm Mon 10 Jan
Re:Birmingham That's immigration for you. True Blue11:47am Thu 17 Jun
Very Good Really enlightening to see someone on TV with on above average IQ presenting a very enjoyable program. Well done BBC. Ray Pists5:34pm Tue 15 Jun
Very Good Such a same that Britain has been ruined by immigration. Packy Stan11:21pm Sun 13 Jun
Training I love a good old train journey as much as the next recovering alcoholic, but this programme was rather tedious.
Please pass me the Gin. Terry Vision10:03pm Sun 14 Mar
Boring! Why is there nothing good on at the weekend!? Bobbydazzler10:19pm Sun 28 Feb
Yawn I mean really, what a load of old poo poomeister7:10pm Sun 28 Feb
Loved it I liked the music, loved the series and the presenter. Whoever came up with idea from the series brilliant? ETian2:36pm Wed 3 Feb
Enlightening! I never knew Britain was so boring! Choo Choo!7:00pm Thu 28 Jan
Sunday TV? Why is this scheduled for early weekday evening, it is supremely suited to the Sunday slot. As it is, I always end up seeing bits of it while cooking or eating, which is a pity, as it looks very pleasant, and I would like to be able to hear a little more of Michael Portillo's commentary. It is good to see him as a successful presenter, it means he won't be tempted to stand for Parliament again. Nottory6:46pm Tue 26 Jan
dreadful background noise A good programme spoilt by the awful noise that passes for background music Bryan6:54pm Mon 25 Jan
Ilike train journeys I love the countryside, can't get enough of it. Smudge2:46am Thu 21 Jan
What's up ducky! Well we all know what Michael Portillo is thinking about when a train goes in a tunnel. Gim6:38pm Tue 19 Jan
Nice scenery ruined by an oily 'presenter'. Don't believe everything you hear from Portillo, he's a 'politician' you know, so the truth is rarely in evidence.
The real reason the Settle-Carlisle line was kept open is because Thatcher's closure of the UK's coal mines meant that imported coal would be needed to fuel the coal-fired power stations in Yorkshire, and that meant transporting large quantities of coal from Clydeside, a task which is better done by rail than by road; witness the large number of freight trains hauling coal down the line today.
QED! Astaroth2:03am Mon 18 Jan
Background music!!! GREAT programme totally spoilt by that wretched music poor Michael drowned out at times. Jeniwren2:36pm Sat 16 Jan
A Quiet Little Gem Michael Portillo is a refreshingly low-key presenter who doesn't feel the need to 'perform' for the camera, letting the subject-matter speak for itself. Very interesting and informative - you don't even need to like trains to enjoy it. Marianne1:05pm Fri 15 Jan
Excellent Series Hello
I am really enjoying this series and learning much about the history of the UK. Miichael Portillo is a very relaxing presenter to watch Al11:13am Fri 15 Jan
Great british railway journeys episode 9 In Aberdeen this episode is NOT on at teh listed time- it will be on tomorrow.
WHy can't I get the listings for my region of BBC? elzo5:57pm Thu 14 Jan
Up your junction Michael Portillo likes to pull a train. Dan5:00pm Mon 11 Jan
well, this is what you find. when bosses take large wages and bonuses for many years, and let the train system fall into dissrepair through lack of investment. T.M.I.Iqbul10:19pm Sat 9 Jan
British Rail You know, we used to have a decent railway. And Britain used to be great. Now the closest you'll come is a packed and late Underground train. alex.w11:37pm Fri 8 Jan
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