Tales from the Riverbank

Season 1

Clare Balding explores Britain's rivers - the glorious sights, sounds and inhabitants.

The Severn
E1
The SevernClare Balding's journey begins on the country's longest river - the magnificent Severn - where she takes to the water by narrowboat, meets wildlife along its banks and samples delicacies.
Dart
E2
DartClare Balding takes on the wonderful River Dart on a journey of royal romance, picturesque villages, and prehistoric landscapes - including a visit to Agatha Christie's holiday home.
The Thames
E3
The ThamesClare Balding heads to the waterways of the River Thames, which stretches over 200 miles from Gloucestershire to Essex. She explores the freshwater Thames, from its humble beginning and on as it meanders through beautiful countryside teeming with wildlife, grand estates and inspiring landscapes. Clare also discovers the 'dreaming spires' of Oxford, and landscapes that inspired Kenneth Grahame's Wind in the Willows.
Wharfe
E4
WharfeClare visits Bolton Abbey, Harewood House, and Wetherby for a serenade from a brass band.
Wye
E5
WyeClare Balding takes in Tintern Abbey, Symonds Yat, Hay-on-Wye, and nature en route.
The Tyne
E6
The TyneFrom Newcastle, Clare travels to beautiful villages, Roman ruins and riverside retreats.