Canals: The Making of a Nation

Canals: The Making of a Nation (2015)

EndedDocumentary showTravel, History

Liz McIvor looks at who built the nation's canal network, who funded it, those who worked on it and how they were regenerated following WWII.

Network
Scheduleevery Tuesday at 20:00 (30 min)

Last Episode

Heritage
Season 1Episode 630 min

Heritage

Liz McIvor explores how the nation's canals were saved following years of postwar neglect, becoming places of tranquillity and popular for boating holidays.

Oct 6, 2015

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E06HeritageOct 6, 2015
S01E05The Boat PeopleSep 29, 2015
S01E04The WorkersSep 22, 2015
S01E03CapitalismSep 15, 2015
S01E02GeologySep 8, 2015
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Canals: The Making of a Nation premiere?

Canals: The Making of a Nation premiered in the year 2015.

Who is the producer of Canals: The Making of a Nation?

The producer of Canals: The Making of a Nation is Olivia Haines.

What is the show Canals: The Making of a Nation about?

Canals: The Making of a Nation is a TV series that explores the development and history of the canals of Britain, from the Industrial Revolution to the present day.

How many episodes are in Canals: The Making of a Nation?

Canals: The Making of a Nation consists of 3 episodes.

Who narrates Canals: The Making of a Nation?

Canals: The Making of a Nation is narrated by actor and presenter Timothy West.

Where was Canals: The Making of a Nation filmed?

Canals: The Making of a Nation was filmed across the various canals of Britain.

What inspired the creation of Canals: The Making of a Nation?

Canals: The Making of a Nation was inspired by the British Waterways restoration projects, which aimed to bring the nation's historic canals back to life.

Who funded the production of Canals: The Making of a Nation?

Canals: The Making of a Nation was funded by the Canal and River Trust, a charity that aims to preserve and promote the waterways of Britain.

How was the music for Canals: The Making of a Nation selected?

The music for Canals: The Making of a Nation was selected from a range of traditional folk songs, which were deemed to be evocative of the canal era.

What challenges did the crew of Canals: The Making of a Nation face during filming?

The crew of Canals: The Making of a Nation faced challenges such as navigating tight waterways, dealing with adverse weather conditions and accessing remote locations.

Cast

Liz McIvor

Liz McIvor

plays herself
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Presenter

played by Liz McIvor
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