Britain’S Railway Empire In Colour
Britain’S Railway Empire In Colour is a TV show on Channel 4. Celebrating the 200th anniversary of the birth of rail, experts and enthusiasts explore the extraordinary story of how Britain gave railways to the world. The program has been available since 2026. A total of 2 episodes have been broadcast, most recently in February 2026.
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The Victorians viewed train compartments as daring venues of intrigue and romance. And as the 20th century dawns, rail expands across the globe, headed for two shocking World Wars. (Ep2/2)
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55:00To mark the railways' 200th birthday, experts and enthusiasts reveal how Britain gave trains to the world, starting with everything from coal trucks to the Forth Bridge. (Ep1)