6. Episode 6

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In this fascinating series, historians Peter Ginn, Alex Langlands and Ruth Goodman reveal how the Age of Steam revolutionised every aspect of British life. Each episode sees our experts hopping aboard an old-fashioned locomotive and setting off around the country to find out how the railways made us what we are today.

5. Episode 5

2016 - Season 1

The life of the branch line before Dr Beeching's cuts of the 1960s is examined. Peter finds out about life on the footplate, Ruth discovers the prosthetic limb workshop for GWR staff who lost a limb in accidents.

4. Episode 4

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In this fascinating series, historians Peter Ginn, Alex Langlands and Ruth Goodman reveal how the Age of Steam revolutionised every aspect of British life. Each episode sees our experts hopping aboard an old-fashioned locomotive and setting off around the country to find out how the railways made us what we are today.

3. Episode 3

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Join Ruth, Alex and Peter as they set off around the country to find out how the railways made us what we are today.

2. Episode 2

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Join Ruth, Alex and Peter as they set off around the country to find out how the railways made us what we are today.

1. Episode 1

2016 - Season 1

The team of historians examine how the golden age of steam changed Britain in unexpected ways, starting with domestic life. From slate roof tiles to the coal fire the railways shaped peoples homes.

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