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Flat Holm

Matt Baker discovers the fascinating history of Flat Holm, an island in the middle of the Bristol Channel. Joe Crowley investigates the water companies still dumping sewage into our rivers.

The team visit Flat Holm, an island perched in the middle of the Bristol Channel. Tiny as it is, it packs a punch, as Matt Baker discovers the fascinating history of the place, from pirates and queens to the birthplace of radio. Ellie Harrison ducks for cover from divebombing gulls, while Joe Crowley investigates the water companies still dumping sewage into our rivers. Adrian Chiles coracles off the west coast of Wales as he discovers more fascinating tales from across our countryside, and to celebrate the platinum jubilee weekend, Adam finds out more about the Queen鈥檚 passion for a special pony.

55 minutes

Credits

Role Contributor
Presenter Matt Baker
Presenter Ellie Harrison
Presenter Joe Crowley
Presenter Adam Henson
Presenter Adrian Chiles
Series Producer Mark Beech
Series Editor Jane Lomas

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