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The twins arrive in London and are taken on a trip down the River Thames where they are told about the species that live in the river. Following this, they visit The Monument and learn about the Great Fire of London. After learning facts about the display of decapitated heads of criminals and being shown Cleopatras Needle, the twins are then shown Tower Bridge and learn about its history and construction. John and Ed scored 27 points, while Edward and Richard scored 12. Winners: John and Ed, who won a ride on a speed boat on the River Thames Forfeit: Edward and Richard had to do the fish slaping dance
The boys arrive at the Imperial War Museum Duxford and are first shown Battle of Britain planes including a replica Spitfire by expert Carl Warner. They then learn about Air-raid shelters used during The Blitz. They are shown into the old Operations Room and learn about how defence operations were planned they also learn about American war planes such as Sally B, a Flying Fortress and about how American culture came to Britain in the form of the Jitterbug. They are shown a Lancaster Bomber and learn about the bouncing bomb before finally learning about the Special Operations Executive. John and Naveed scored 35, while Edward and Katie scored 29. Winners: John and Naveed, who won a flight in a war plane. Forfeit: Edward and Katie had to stay in a dark bomb shelter while wearing WW2 gas masks,
The boys arrive at Greenwich. They first visit the Painted Hall at the Old Royal Naval College and learn all about Admiral Nelson. They then move on to the Queen's House, where they are taught about Baroque music. Then then go on to learn about James I and the introduction of the Union Flag. They are taken to see the Cutty Sark and learn about the conditions on board. Next they go to the Meridian Line before finally learning about the Solar System at Greenwich Observatory .John and Stacey scored 63, while Edward and Shannon scored 45. Winners: John and Stacey, who won a Stargazing experience. Forfeit: Edward and Shannon, who were drenched in cold tea.
The boys arrive at Cheddar and begin with a bus tour through Cheddar Gorge where they learn some basic facts and about the wildlife that lives there. They then visit Gough's Cave where they are taught about stalactites and stalagmites, before being shown the remains of Cheddar Man. They are also told about cannabalism at the time. Next they are shown survival techniques of cavemen, such as the use of flint and how to make fire. Finally they are shown how given a brief history of cheese and how it is made. John and Jamie scored 47 points, while Edward and Kieron scored 44. Winners: John and Jamie Forfeit: Edward and Kieron, who had to ride in a zorb filled with curds and whey
Jedward visit Orkney Winners: Edward and Sonali Forfeit: John and Barney, who were covered in treacle, flour and cornflakes
Just when you thought it was safe to venture out... Jedward are back on their biggest adventure yet - a rip-roaring ride through history! John and Edward zoom around the country visiting the UK's historical hot-spots. They have 24 hours to learn all the facts, then assisted by their celebrity guests they go head-to-head, taking a group of unsuspecting tourists on a Jepic tour they'll never forget. This episode's stop is Acton Scott historical working farm. John and Edward learn all about rural life in the Victorian era. They learn about milking, ploughing and the importance of pigs. Plus things hot up at the Blacksmith's forge and they face the axe at the wood chopping bodger. Expect milking, mooing and muck a plenty. Who will be a victorious Victorian and who will face the stinky forfeit? Better learn those facts boys... It's Jedward's Big Adventure!
The twins rock Northern Ireland's Causeway Coast.
