S4·E23 Kilkenny to Athy
Synopsis
Michael Portillo takes to the tracks once again using his Bradshaw's 'Handbook for Tourists in Great Britain and Ireland' from the Victorian era. Portillo is on a railway journey through the Republic of Ireland travelling from the rugged beauty of County Kerry, across the rural Irish Midlands to end in the city of Galway on the Atlantic coast. In this episode, Michael tries his hand at cutting marble Victorian style, uncovers 19th century Ireland's surprising industrial heritage and learns how the railways helped bring motorsport to the masses.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When did Season 4 Episode 23 of Great British Railway Journeys air?
Season 4, Episode 23 ('Kilkenny to Athy') originally aired on February 6, 2013.
How long is Season 4 Episode 23 ('Kilkenny to Athy')?
The episode follows the standard broadcast runtime for Great British Railway Journeys.
What happens in Great British Railway Journeys Season 4 Episode 23?
Michael Portillo takes to the tracks once again using his Bradshaw's 'Handbook for Tourists in Great Britain and Ireland' from the Victorian era. Portillo is on a railway journey through the Republic of Ireland travelling from the rugged beauty of County Kerry, across the rural Irish Midlands to end...