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Comedian, TV presenter and history buff, Rory McGrath hosts a series of shows that celebrate the best of British Engineering from the past to the present day.

6 episodes

Series Premiere

1x01 Buildings

Series Premiere

1x01 Buildings

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Rory McGrath hails marvels of British technology, beginning with buildings such as the Palm House at Kew Gardens

1x02 Planes

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A celebration of British aviation achievements as Rory McGrath takes a closer look at the planes that left their mark on history - including Concorde and the Spitfire

1x03 Bridges

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Rory McGrath hails some of Britain's most outstanding bridges, travelling to Ironbridge in Shropshire, regarded as the birthplace of the Industrial Revolution

1x04 Vehicles

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Rory McGrath looks at the greatest vehicles to emerge from the UK - including the Mallard locomotive and the Routemaster bus

1x05 Ships

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The comedian explores the history of British shipbuilding, investigating the most iconic vessels ever built on these shores, including Brunel's passenger steamer SS Great Britain

1x06 Transport Networks

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The best of British transport networks come under scrutiny, as Rory McGrath assesses their iconic status - including Heathrow Airport and the London Underground

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