Susan Calman’s Grand Day Out

Series 6

The comedian travels around the UK in her vintage camper-van "Helen Mirren", visiting places of interest, meeting local people and trying her hand at a range of interesting activities.

Where to Watch Series 6

6 Episodes

Pennines and Northumberland
E1
Pennines and NorthumberlandSusan heads to the northeast corner of England, meeting a rescue sheep called Barbara!
Hampshire
E2
HampshireSusan visits HMS Victory in Portsmouth for a taste of naval history, walks in the New Forest, sees Jane Austen's house in Chawton and the grand house that stood in for Downton Abbey.
Lincolnshire
E3
LincolnshireSusan explores the second largest county in England as she takes in the gorgeous rural sights in and around the Lincolnshire Fens. She arrives to lush greens, as pops of yellow punctuate the vast, flat Lincolnshire landscape. This may be the perfect place to pootle.
Scottish Borders
E4
Scottish BordersThis time, Susan is on home soil exploring the beautiful Scottish Borders and the neighbouring Dumfries and Galloway. It's a journey of discovery and nostalgia as Susan takes her motorhome Helen to some of her favourite haunts, as well as uncovering some exciting new places.
Kent
E5
KentIn Kent, Susan visits Hever Castle, the childhood home of Anne Boleyn; Canterbury Cathedral, the premier place for a medieval pilgrimage; and Penshurst, where she tries fencing.
Bo'ness and Kinneil Railway
E6
Bo'ness and Kinneil RailwayThe comedian enjoys a new adventure at Bo'ness and Kinneil Railway, home to the Museum of Scottish Railways, and she remembers some of the highlights from her escapades over the years.