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Susan Calman's Grand Day Out

★7.7 2021 9 Seasons TV-MA

The comedian explores the British isles in her vintage camper van, Helen, taking in some dramatic scenery, unspoilt countryside and incredible historic sights along the way.

Seasons & episodes

9 seasons · 60 episodes

Cornwall and Devon

Episode 01

Cornwall and Devon

Jan 8, 2021 · 45 min

While exploring Cornwall and Devon, Susan Calman stumbles across one of the area's more unique attractions, including The Gnome Reserve, where she meets a local who has a collection of more than 1,000 gnomes, and finds out where the term 'stickler' comes from by taking part in the ancient sport of Cornish Wrestling, before ending her journey at the stunning coastal viewpoint of St Bedruthan Steps.

The Lake District

Episode 02

The Lake District

Jan 15, 2021 · 45 min

The comedian aboard her vintage camper van, explores the mountainous region of north-west England and the Lake District. She begins her 142-mile journey just south of Penrith, travelling down through the lakes, before heading west to finish near Keswick. Along the way she meets the people and visits the places that make this most scenic part of Britain unique. On Ullswater, Susan gets a chance to take charge of the oldest working passenger vessel in the world, the Lady of the Lake. Then she hears of Beatrix Potter's love of the region before heading the spooky Muncaster Castle.

Yorkshire

Episode 03

Yorkshire

Jan 22, 2021 · 45 min

The comedian ventures east of the Pennines on a 126-mile journey that begins at the North Yorkshire village of Runswick Bay, where she goes hunting for a rare gemstone called Whitby Jet. Susan samples the local cod and chips before exploring the gothic ruins of Whitby Abbey - famed for inspiring some of the most dramatic scenes in Bram Stoker's Dracula. After a spell at Mother Shipton's Cave - the oldest tourist attraction in England - she meets up with a group whose members reconstruct Roman gladiatorial battles in York. Finally, Susan ventures to Malham Cove, a huge curving amphitheatre-shaped cliff.

The Cotswolds

Episode 04

The Cotswolds

Jan 29, 2021 · 45 min

The comedian takes a tour of the Cotswolds, beginning in Tetbury, where she gets some tips for a practice run for the market town's famous woolsack races, before moving on to Westonbirt, home to forest bathing and a club devoted to puddings. Susan moves on to Bourton-on-the-Water miniature village, makes a spoon under the guidance of a special silversmith, and explores the gardens of an Indian palace in the midst of the Cotswolds.

Wales

Episode 05

Wales

Feb 5, 2021 · 45 min

The comedian aboard her vintage camper van, explores the Pembroke coast in Wales. She begins her 130-mile road trip just north of Pembrokeshire near the town of Cardigan, then follows the coastline south to Carmarthenshire, ending her trip at Pendine Sands. Her first visit is to the Teifi River where she's invited to paddle an unusually small boat called a coracle, then it's on to the Blue Lagoon for a spot of cliff jumping. Next, Susan samples Welsh seaweed delicacy laverbread at Broadhaven Beach, before visiting the home of the celebrated Welsh poet Dylan Thomas.

Highlands

Episode 06

Highlands

Feb 12, 2021 · 45 min

Susan and her campervan Helen arrive on home turf, touring the breath-taking southern Highlands of Scotland on a 140-mile trek from Glasgow to Aberfoyle. At Loch Lomond, the comedian takes to a kayak and hits the water to get a unique view of the amazing local scenery. She visits the spectacular Falls of Dochart, where she gets special access to the stunningly beautiful island of Inchbuie. She also views a bizarre Iron Age-style dwelling, known as a crannog, erected on stilts in Loch Tay.

About the series

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Audience score
★ 7.7 /10

based on 7 votes

Synopsis

The comedian explores the British isles in her vintage camper van, Helen, taking in some dramatic scenery, unspoilt countryside and incredible historic sights along the way.

DocumentaryFamilyComedy

Cast

1 principal cast

Susan Calman

Susan Calman

Self - Presenter

Where to watch Susan Calman's Grand Day Out

Susan Calman's Grand Day Out is available to stream on Flicksy via 6 verified sources, aggregated from publicly available embed providers. The documentary has 9 seasons and 60 total episodes, rated 7.7/10 by 7 viewers.

Frequently asked

How many seasons does Susan Calman's Grand Day Out have?

Susan Calman's Grand Day Out has 9 seasons with 60 episodes in total.

Is Susan Calman's Grand Day Out still on the air?

Susan Calman's Grand Day Out is currently in production and returning for new episodes.

What network airs Susan Calman's Grand Day Out?

Susan Calman's Grand Day Out airs on 5.

When did Susan Calman's Grand Day Out first air?

Susan Calman's Grand Day Out first aired on January 8, 2021.

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