The Railway: Keeping Britain On Track

2013•1h 0m•9.0/10

Documentary

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9.0/10(2)

Documentary series revealing the inner workings of Britain's railways, introducing the track-workers, train guards, drivers, police officers and management teams determined to keep the country moving.

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Status

Ended

First Aired

February 12, 2013

Last Aired

March 19, 2013

Networks

BBC Two

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Seasons & Episodes

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Season

Kings Cross

Air date: 2013-02-12

Documentary series going behind the scenes of the rail network. Staff at King's Cross station in London prepare to open a new, brighter and more spacious concourse.

Summer Madness

Air date: 2013-02-19

Documentary series going behind the scenes of the rail network. For staff in Leeds, summer brings binge drinkers, cable thieves, trespassers and flooding.

Standing Room Only

Air date: 2013-02-26

Series going behind the scenes of the rail network. When a train cuts through some vital signalling cables, the track staff need to get trains on the move again.

West Coast Mainline

Air date: 2013-03-05

Series going behind the scenes of the rail network. The West Coast Mainline is the busiest route in Europe, linking London to Glasgow.

Railway on My Doorstep

Air date: 2013-03-12

Series going behind the scenes of the rail network. With seven million neighbours, the railway must carefully manage relations with local communities.

North of the Border

Air date: 2013-03-19

Going behind the scenes of the rail network. Scotland's railways are a huge challenge to keep running, from the busy commuter routes to the highland mountains.