Britain's Ancient Tracks with Tony Robinson

Season 2

Tony Robinson walks our oldest roads to find the truth behind the megaliths, burial sites, ley lines and hidden caves along their path, and connect the clues they have left hidden in the British landscape.

Where to Watch Britain's Ancient Tracks with Tony Robinson • Season 2

4 Episodes

Dartmoor
E1
DartmoorTony hikes across Dartmoor in the footsteps of Britain's greatest detective, plunges into a reputedly bottomless lake and comes face-to-face with a four-legged beast.
Offa's Dyke
E2
Offa's DykeTony walks Offa's Dyke in the footsteps of William Wordsworth, encounters Wales's fearsome dragon and ponders the priceless gold coin issued by King Offa in praise of Allah.
The Portway
E3
The PortwayTony uncovers a prehistoric shark tooth, shines a light in an abandoned railway tunnel and discovers DH Lawrence's mountain retreat in the Peak District.
Dere Street
E4
Dere StreetTony follows the Roman road of Dere Street north through Hadrian's Wall, contemplates the ancient night sky, braves the roar of a Celtic horn, mixes medieval potions and encounters ancient invaders.