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Great British Railway JourneysSeries 13, Episode 5 - Herne Bay to Leeds Castle

Michael Portillo reaches the Kent seaside resort of Herne Bay, eventually crosses the North Downs to Lenham, and pays a visit to Leeds Castle.

Great British Railway Journeys was broadcast on Yesterday at Thursday 12 November 2026, 07:35. This episode was initially placed on Thursday 4 January 2024.

Series 13Episode 5
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Great British Railway Journeys

Great British Railway Journeys is a TV show on Yesterday. Documentary series in which Michael Portillo travels the country by train. The most recent episode is from 12 November 2026.

Last broadcast:12/11/2026 at 07:35

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