Susan Calman’s Grand Day Out

Series 8

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 8

8 Episodes

Winnie the Pooh Country
E1
Winnie the Pooh CountrySusan takes a trip to the South Downs home of Winnie the Pooh, enjoying picture postcard scenery and a dose of childhood nostalgia, topped off with a trip to Hundred Acre Wood.
Cheshire
E2
CheshireSusan enjoys the delights of Cheshire and its surrounding countryside, boating over an aqueduct, visiting the UK's biggest Roman amphitheatre in Britain. Susan also searches for extra-terrestrial wonders at one of the world's biggest space telescopes.
Devon
E3
DevonFrom lawnmower racing to weather reporting, Susan's Devon trip is full of surprises, including a Bridgerton-inspired carriage ride, Victorian railways, and a surf therapy session.
The Lake District
E4
The Lake DistrictSusan explores the stunning Lake District. From sailing on a 160-year-old steam yacht to learning about marmalade and puppeteering, adventure awaits in England's largest national park.
South Scottish Glens and Arran
E5
South Scottish Glens and ArranThe comedian explores the South Scottish Glens, before showing off the Isle of Arran where she holidayed when growing up. Susan starts her adventure by visiting a huge art installation called the Crawick Multiverse. From here, she takes a journey to Drumlanrig Castle, and eventually visits Blackwaterfoot, her favourite beach on the west of the island.
Boats and Trains
E6
Boats and TrainsSusan celebrates journeys by boat and train, and also visits the Scottish Maritime Museum.
Bridlington
E7
BridlingtonSusan visits Bridlington, Yorkshire, where she sails on a pleasure cruiser, joins the ladies cricket team, and enjoys a model village in the company of pop star Sinitta.
Cromer
E8
CromerSusan hits Cromer for its Sixties Festival, feasts on Cromer crab, visits a windmill B&B, rides the Poppy Line railway, and writes "I Love Cromer" on the beach after a day of fun.