Britain's Greatest Bridges

Britain's Greatest Bridges (2016)

EndedDocumentary showHistory

Engineer Rob Bell sets out on a journey to discover how Britain's most iconic bridges were designed, and reveals the sweat, sacrifice and scandals that went into their construction.

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Scheduleevery Friday at 21:00 (60 min)

Last Episode

The Humber Bridge
Season 1Episode 660 min

The Humber Bridge

Documentary series. Engineer Rob Bell tells the story of the design and construction of six of Britain's most iconic bridges. For 17 years from 1981 to 1998, the Humber Bridge was the longest single-span suspension bridge in the world, and many consider it to be Britain's most beautiful. Rob Bell discovers the facts about its ground-breaking construction, why it took so long to build and how it changed the lives of the people of Hull and Grimsby.

Nov 25, 2016

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E06The Humber BridgeNov 25, 2016
S01E05The Tyne BridgeNov 18, 2016
S01E04The Britannia BridgeNov 4, 2016
S01E03The Clifton Suspension BridgeOct 28, 2016
S01E02Tower BridgeOct 21, 2016
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Britain's Greatest Bridges premiere?

Britain's Greatest Bridges premiered on May 15, 2016.

Who hosted Britain's Greatest Bridges?

Britain's Greatest Bridges was hosted by Rob Bell.

How many episodes were there in the first season of Britain's Greatest Bridges?

The first season of Britain's Greatest Bridges had six episodes.

Which bridge was featured in the first episode of Britain's Greatest Bridges?

The first episode of Britain's Greatest Bridges featured the Forth Bridge.

Which bridge was ranked as the greatest bridge in the series?

The greatest bridge in the series was the Forth Bridge.

How old is the Forth Bridge?

The Forth Bridge is over 130 years old.

What is the length of the Humber Bridge, which was featured in Britain's Greatest Bridges?

The Humber Bridge, featured in Britain's Greatest Bridges, is 2.2 kilometers long.

Which bridge featured in the series is known for its distinctive red color?

The Tyne Bridge, featured in Britain's Greatest Bridges, is known for its distinctive red color.

Where is the Menai Suspension Bridge located, which was featured in the show?

The Menai Suspension Bridge, featured in Britain's Greatest Bridges, is located in Wales.

How many vehicles can the Severn Bridge, which was featured in the series, accommodate?

The Severn Bridge, featured in Britain's Greatest Bridges, can accommodate around 25 million vehicles per year.

Which bridge featured in the show is a UNESCO World Heritage Site?

The Forth Bridge, featured in Britain's Greatest Bridges, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

What engineering feat made the Clifton Suspension Bridge, featured in the series, remarkable?

The Clifton Suspension Bridge, featured in Britain's Greatest Bridges, is remarkable for its innovative design and engineering.

Which bridge featured in the show connects the Isle of Anglesey to mainland Wales?

The Menai Suspension Bridge, featured in Britain's Greatest Bridges, connects the Isle of Anglesey to mainland Wales.

What is the total length of the Humber Bridge, featured in the series?

The Humber Bridge, featured in Britain's Greatest Bridges, has a total length of 2,220 meters.

Which bridge, featured in the show, is the longest single-span suspension bridge in the world?

The Menai Suspension Bridge, featured in Britain's Greatest Bridges, is the longest single-span suspension bridge in the world.

How many towers does the Forth Bridge, featured in the series, have?

The Forth Bridge, featured in Britain's Greatest Bridges, has three towers.

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