Episode 1
Isle of Wight
Apr 9, 2026
Paul Merton takes charge of some iconic locomotives. On the Isle of Wight, Paul drives a heritage steam train and finds out how the island helped with D-Day.
Episode 2
Switzerland
Apr 16, 2026
In Switzerland, Paul travels on the stunning Glacier Express and drives a funicular train to the Reichenbach Falls, where Sherlock Holmes met his fictional demise.
Episode 3
France
Apr 23, 2026
On the French Riviera, Paul takes control of a steam engine on the stunning Pine Cone line
Episode 4
Northern England
Apr 30, 2026
Paul steams through north England, enjoys a royal ride and drives a 50-tonne wartime loco.
Episode 5
Wales
May 7, 2026
Paul rides a signal-free line and visits the birthplace of Thomas the Tank Engine in Wales.
Episode 6
Germany
May 14, 2026
Paul rides a ‘car on rails’ made from a Trabant and drives his biggest steam train yet!
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