1. Adventure and Exploration

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. 17 November 2013. 60 min

David Dimbleby sails the south west coast of England, exploring maritime art, architecture and history - including the story of Sir Francis Drake.

2. Invasion and Defence

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. 24 November 2013. 60 min

David Dimbleby continues his voyage round Britain, sailing along the south east coast from Hampshire to Kent - the edge of Britain essential to its defence.

3. Trade and Romance

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. 1 December 2013. 60 min

Documentary which sees David Dimbleby tracing the crucial importance of the sea to Britain's trade and to individual livelihoods of coastal communities.

4. Pleasure and Escape

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. 8 December 2013. 60 min

David Dimbleby explores how the sea emerged as a source of pleasure, Punch and Judy and sand sculpture, before docking into Greenwich.