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Come aboard the Waverley Paddle Steamer with us for a day as we celebrate her 80th anniversary! Built in 1946 on the River Clyde, the famous Paddle Steamer remains the last seagoing passenger vessel of its kind anywhere on the globe.
We cast off for an unforgettable cruise around the Isle of Wight, sailing through open coastal waters before you meet the historic steamship SS Shieldhall for a whistle-blast exchange across the Solent. If you love British maritime heritage, riding the Waverley Paddle Steamer is an absolute must-do.

Built to replace an earlier namesake lost during the 1940 Dunkirk evacuation, she entered service in 1947 carrying day-trippers along Scotland’s Firth of Clyde. Rescued by preservationists in the 1970s for just one pound, this magnificent survivor now visits ports right around the British coastline every summer.

Why should you book a ticket?
Walking her polished timber decks feels like stepping straight into maritime history. You can peer directly into the open engine room to watch the gleaming triple-expansion steam pistons turn, hear the rhythmic churning of the giant paddle wheels, and smell hot oil and steam as you glide past dramatic chalk cliffs.


As a special extra on our day trip, we met up with the SS Shieldhall, another iconic steamship with oil-fired Scotch boilers identical in style, function, and operation to the massive reciprocating steam engines used on the RMS Titanic.

The thrill of steam-whistle salutes from vintage ships makes it one of the UK's most delightful coastal adventures.


Join us tonight to see how our adventure unfolds, because it wasn't all plain sailing!
7pm BST 09/10/2026

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Think Hastings is just about 1066? Think again!
This iconic Sussex seaside town packs centuries of maritime drama, coastal charm, and eccentric local tales into every lane. While William the Conqueror famously marched inland from Hastings to seize the English crown, Hastings' real story stretches far beyond that fateful autumn date.

Join us tonight to find out how Hastings developed over the centuries and what a great day or weekend away it can still be today.

The variety here is unmatched:
The Stade & Net Shops: Wander past 39 Grade II* listed black-tarred wooden net towers, built straight upward in 1835 when space on the pebbles grew tight. Pick up local catch from the fish huts or visit the Fishermen's Museum inside the Victorian church of St Nicholas.

Historic Old Town & High Street: Walk along All Saints Street to admire 15th-century timber frames, raised pavements, and the razor-sharp "Piece of Cheese" cottage. High Street offers independent vintage shops, historic coaching inns, and buildings linked to the Duke of Wellington and Pre-Raphaelite painter Dante Gabriel Rossetti.

Cliff Funiculars & Castle Ruins: Ride the 1891 West Hill Lift—still carrying passengers in its original varnished timber carriages—to reach the Norman castle ruins and take in views across the English Channel. On the opposite side, the East Hill funicular whisks you up to the wild coastal paths of Hastings Country Park.

The Pier & Seafront: Stroll the open wooden deck of Hastings Pier, redeveloped after the 2010 fire, or ride the miniature railway running straight across the shingle.

Direct trains run regularly from London Charing Cross, London Bridge, and Brighton, making it an easy day out or weekend escape by the sea.

See you this evening for our last video linking the Bayeux Tapestry with real-life locations. 7pm BST Friday 2nd October

Link to video when live https://youtu.be/Q58zT0qA27I

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Think Hastings is just about 1066? Think again!
This iconic Sussex seaside town packs centuries of maritime drama, coastal charm, and eccentric local tales into every lane. While William the Conqueror famously marched inland from Hastings to seize the English crown, Hastings' real story stretches far beyond that fateful autumn date.

Join us tonight to find out how Hastings developed over the centuries and what a great day or weekend away it can still be today.

The variety here is unmatched:
The Stade & Net Shops: Wander past 39 Grade II* listed black-tarred wooden net towers, built straight upward in 1835 when space on the pebbles grew tight. Pick up local catch from the fish huts or visit the Fishermen's Museum inside the Victorian church of St Nicholas.

Historic Old Town & High Street: Walk along All Saints Street to admire 15th-century timber frames, raised pavements, and the razor-sharp "Piece of Cheese" cottage. High Street offers independent vintage shops, historic coaching inns, and buildings linked to the Duke of Wellington and Pre-Raphaelite painter Dante Gabriel Rossetti.

Cliff Funiculars & Castle Ruins: Ride the 1891 West Hill Lift—still carrying passengers in its original varnished timber carriages—to reach the Norman castle ruins and take in views across the English Channel. On the opposite side, the East Hill funicular whisks you up to the wild coastal paths of Hastings Country Park.

The Pier & Seafront: Stroll the open wooden deck of Hastings Pier, redeveloped after the 2010 fire, or ride the miniature railway running straight across the shingle.

Direct trains run regularly from London Charing Cross, London Bridge, and Brighton, making it an easy day out or weekend escape by the sea.

See you this evening for our last video linking the Bayeux Tapestry with real-life locations. 7pm BST Friday 2nd October

Link to video when live https://youtu.be/Q58zT0qA27I

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Think Hastings is just about 1066? Think again!
This iconic Sussex seaside town packs centuries of maritime drama, coastal charm, and eccentric local tales into every lane. While William the Conqueror famously marched inland from Hastings to seize the English crown, Hastings' real story stretches far beyond that fateful autumn date.

Join us tonight to find out how Hastings developed over the centuries and what a great day or weekend away it can still be today.

The variety here is unmatched:
The Stade & Net Shops: Wander past 39 Grade II* listed black-tarred wooden net towers, built straight upward in 1835 when space on the pebbles grew tight. Pick up local catch from the fish huts or visit the Fishermen's Museum inside the Victorian church of St Nicholas.

Historic Old Town & High Street: Walk along All Saints Street to admire 15th-century timber frames, raised pavements, and the razor-sharp "Piece of Cheese" cottage. High Street offers independent vintage shops, historic coaching inns, and buildings linked to the Duke of Wellington and Pre-Raphaelite painter Dante Gabriel Rossetti.

Cliff Funiculars & Castle Ruins: Ride the 1891 West Hill Lift—still carrying passengers in its original varnished timber carriages—to reach the Norman castle ruins and take in views across the English Channel. On the opposite side, the East Hill funicular whisks you up to the wild coastal paths of Hastings Country Park.

The Pier & Seafront: Stroll the open wooden deck of Hastings Pier, redeveloped after the 2010 fire, or ride the miniature railway running straight across the shingle.

Direct trains run regularly from London Charing Cross, London Bridge, and Brighton, making it an easy day out or weekend escape by the sea.

See you this evening for our last video linking the Bayeux Tapestry with real-life locations. 7pm BST Friday 2nd October

Link to video when live https://youtu.be/Q58zT0qA27I

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Standing on the ridge of Senlac Hill, it is wild to picture the chaos that unfolded right beneath your feet on 14 October 1066. Following on from our visit to the Bayeux Tapestry, we jump out of the scenes and visit the real-life location of the battle.

Did you know the Battle of Hastings wasn't fought in Hastings?

Join us in Battle, East Sussex, 7 miles inland from Hastings. Walking the grounds gives you the actual scale of that clash. Following the fighting, the Pope ordered William to build an abbey as penance for the massive loss of life. William insisted that the high altar sit directly where Harold fell. Today, a single carved stone marker rests in the turf where that altar once rose, surrounded by the soaring ruins of the monks' dormitory and the vaulted medieval undercrofts.

The town of Battle grew directly from the abbey gates. The massive 14th-century gatehouse looms over the high street, leading down past centuries-old timber buildings, crooked shops, and quiet coaching inns. It is one of the most atmospheric corners of England to wander on foot.

Coming tonight at 7pm BST, 25th Sept 2026

Link to video when live https://youtu.be/RtsCvieimMs

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3 videos that cover 1066 and the battle that changed British history forever, starting with how we know what happened that fateful year.

We were delighted to get tickets to see the Bayeux Tapestry in the first few days of its London opening. We queued online for 4 hours and had 15000 people in front of us when we booked, so I think we were super lucky.

Tonight we share our visit to see the famous Tapestry, breaking down each embroidered scene panel by panel. If you have ever wanted to follow along with the Bayeux Tapestry without getting lost in Latin inscriptions, this walk-through reveals exactly what King Harold and Duke William were up to. Seeing the Bayeux Tapestry up close lets you witness eleventh-century drama as medieval audiences did.

Every section reveals lively details, from fleet preparations across the Channel to the fierce clash on Senlac Hill. Seeing this extraordinary masterpiece in London offers a rare chance to study the craftsmanship of early English embroiderers without travelling to Normandy.

It is unmatched visual storytelling, giving us our clearest surviving window into the arms, armour, and naval vessels of the eleventh century.

We thought it would also be fun to step out of the Tapestry and visit some of the locations depicted in the Tapestry, so in part 2 (next week), we head to Senlac Hill in search of the very spot King Harold is said to have taken the arrow and died. Join us on the battlefield and in the charming town of Battle in East Sussex.

Part 3 will be on the coast at Hastings, the place where Duke William set up the very first Norman motte-and-bailey castle before his army advanced to Battle. We'll see the castle and explore this lovely seaside town.

Join us tonight for a short visit and close-up look at the most precious piece of history from that period. 7pm BST Friday 18/09/26

Have a lovely weekend, all!

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Oh, I do like to be beside the seaside... 🌊✨

Folkestone has earned its reputation as one of the finest coastal getaways on the south coast, and tonight, we’re taking you there!

From walking the historic railway tracks on the restored Harbour Arm to hunting down hidden Antony Gormley and Banksy pieces through the cobbled Creative Quarter, Folkestone perfectly blends rich maritime history with incredible modern energy.

Whether you're looking for coastal walk inspiration along the chalk cliffs or just want to scout the best artisan street food by the water, this is one seaside escape you don't want to miss. All just a 55-minute train ride from London.

In our opinion, it's now a better destination than Brighton for a good old seaside day out! 🎬👇
Premiering TONIGHT at 7:00 PM BST!
Link for when it goes live https://youtu.be/3NU8FeYut_U

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We were invited to the Palace! 😍🏰

Okay, so maybe not Buckingham Palace, but a very close second: Blenheim Palace!

Back in July, the palace team invited us down to showcase the incredible history, architecture, and breathtaking gardens. It had been years since our last visit (before channel), and it was fantastic to return just as their massive £12 million restoration project was nearing completion. (Now complete since our visit)

The day didn't start off smoothly—Will was feeling under the weather, so he stayed behind the camera, but he powered through all day to help capture every angle!

And what a full day it was. We arrived at 10 AM, right as the gates opened, and didn't leave until 5 PM, when they were locking up. It’s impossible to see everything in a single day, but we gave it everything—we even forfeited the special afternoon tea the palace kindly laid on for us just to make sure we didn't miss a single shot for you!

Tonight’s episode is a 1-hour special, and while we don’t often blow our own trumpets, we truly think this is one of our best stately home videos yet.

You’ll hear fascinating stories like:

The fierce feud between Sarah Churchill, the 1st Duchess, and architect Sir John Vanbrugh

How Capability Brown flooded Vanbrugh’s bridge when creating the Grand Lake

Winston Churchill’s sudden, unexpected birth in a modest bedroom

How American "Dollar Princesses" saved the estate from ruin

Join us tonight at 7:00 PM BST for the full grand tour!

LINK WHEN VIDEO LIVE: https://youtu.be/CKwDegkdxJ4

P.S. After this video, we’re going to take a week or two off to recharge. It’s been a whirlwind since the start of the Scottish series, so a little downtime is much needed before our next adventure begins.

Have a wonderful weekend, everyone!
Simon & Will

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If you think Oban is just a place to catch a ferry, think again.
Don't Skip - Stay Over

In tonight's video, we'll find out that Oban is an incredible destination packed with heritage, scenery, and flavour. Known worldwide as the Seafood Capital of Scotland, it offers so much more than a transit hub for island-bound travellers.
Long before it became a bustling coastal hub, the area around the bay was home to ancient clans and early settlers. Overlooking the water sits Dunollie Castle, the historic stronghold of Clan MacDougall. High above the town, the striking 19th-century McCaig’s Tower dominates the skyline—built out of local granite to provide work for stonemasons and model the Roman Colosseum.
Down in the centre, you'll find the historic Oban Distillery, established in 1794, which helped shape the town as it grew around the harbour.
Staying overnight lets you experience the town's true charm. Feast on fresh lobster, oysters, and scallops right off the pier, take a walk up to Pulpit Hill for sensational sunsets across the Firth of Lorn, or check out nearby medieval ruins.

Don't miss out on this Highland treasure by watching tonight at 7pm BST 14th Aug

Have a great weekend, all.

Simon & Will

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Today we are taking a trip to Scotland's tranquil Inner Hebrides to discover the magic of the Isle of Iona. Known for centuries as a place of peaceful reflection, the Isle holds a quiet, magnetic pull for visitors across the globe. Whether you are drawn by ancient ruins or dramatic coastal views, visiting the Isle of Iona is a travel memory you will never forget!

In AD 563, Saint Columba arrived on these shores from Ireland with twelve companions, establishing a monastery that quickly grew into one of Western Europe's most influential religious centres. It was here that monks created incredible artistic works, including early portions of the famed Book of Kells. For centuries, kings of Scotland, Ireland, and Norway sought their final resting place in Iona's ground. Today, the standing high crosses and restored medieval abbey stand as quiet witnesses to over fourteen centuries of faith and art.

Beyond its historical roots, this small island packs an incredible punch for travellers. Step off the ferry and feel the immediate shift to a slower pace of life. Walk through beautifully preserved cloister ruins at Iona Abbey and admire intricate stone carvings that survived centuries of Atlantic storms. Just bring a warm jacket and your waterproofs!

Join us at 7pm tonight as we explore Iona

Link to video when live: https://youtu.be/ec6zztgxR04

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