Intercity 125: The Train That Saved Britain's Railways

Intercity 125: The Train That Saved Britain's Railways (2018)

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The Intercity 125 is one of British transport's unsung heroes. Currently powering more than half of the trains in its class, the record-breaking workhorse is now giving way to hi-tech imports. Celebrity champions join designer Sir Kenneth Grange to remember a transport design classic.

Network
Scheduleevery Tuesday at 21:00 (60 min)

Last Episode

Episode 2
Season 1Episode 260 min

Episode 2

How a canny marketing campaign persuaded unenthusiastic Brits to embrace what new trains had to offer. Among the features were improved refreshment options. Prue Leith explains how banishing the soggy sandwich from British Rail was vital to restoring the railway's fortunes.

May 22, 2018

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S01E02Episode 2May 22, 2018
S01E01Episode 1May 15, 2018
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Chris Tarrant

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