Griff's Great Britain

Griff's Great Britain (2016)

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Following the success of A Great Welsh Adventure, Griff Rhys Jones sets out on a typically intrepid series of explorations and challenges in a brand-new ITV series for early 2016.

With his trademark inquisitiveness and thirst for the eclectic and little-known, Griff sets out to explore eight very disparate kinds of quintessentially British terrain, from downs to highlands, coasts to wolds and everything in between – unearthing some quirky and funny facts en route.

Britain is home to a huge variety of landscapes, and their sheer natural abundance takes centre stage as Griff investigates how they have each dictated different ways of living, working and playing – both in the past and as they are now - across the entire country.

And as he embarks on each stage of his journey, Griff encounters a unique challenge. It could be posted in a shop window, stuck inside a parking ticket, even emblazoned across a deckchair, and demanding an often bizarre-sounding task, from finding a golden eagle to hunting a vampire.

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Scheduleevery Monday at 20:00 (30 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E08ShropshireFeb 22, 2016
S01E07WoldsFeb 15, 2016
S01E06The Lake DistrictFeb 8, 2016
S01E05Scarborough & WhitbyFeb 1, 2016
S01E04Dartmoor National ParkJan 25, 2016
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Griff's Great Britain premiere?

Griff's Great Britain premiered in the UK on September 8, 2016.

What is the concept of Griff's Great Britain?

The concept of Griff's Great Britain is to explore different parts of Great Britain through its canals, railways, and roads.

Who is the host of Griff's Great Britain?

The host of Griff's Great Britain is comedian and actor Griff Rhys Jones.

How many episodes are there in the first season of Griff's Great Britain?

There are six episodes in season one of Griff's Great Britain.

In which episode did Griff explore the canals in Birmingham?

Griff explored the canals in Birmingham in episode two of Griff's Great Britain.

Which Scottish island did Griff visit in episode three?

Griff visited the Isle of Arran in Scotland in episode three of Griff's Great Britain.

What type of train did Griff ride in episode four?

In episode four of Griff's Great Britain, Griff rode the Jacobite steam train, also known as the Hogwarts Express.

In which episode did Griff travel to Wales?

Griff traveled to Wales in episode five of Griff's Great Britain.

What is the title of the last episode of season one?

The last episode of season one of Griff's Great Britain is titled "In Search of the Source."

Which city did Griff explore in the first episode?

In the first episode of Griff's Great Britain, Griff explored London.

What is the famous landmark that Griff visited in episode two?

In episode two of Griff's Great Britain, Griff visited the famous Bull Ring shopping center in Birmingham.

What was the focus of episode six?

In episode six of Griff's Great Britain, the focus was on exploring the natural beauty and history of the River Wye.

In which episode did Griff visit the oldest inn in Wales?

Griff visited the oldest inn in Wales in episode five of Griff's Great Britain.

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