The Hairy Bikers: Pubs That Built Britain
Overview
Join the Hairy Bikers as they embark on a delightful adventure through the heart of Britain, exploring the vibrant culture surrounding its iconic pubs. With their signature blend of humor and warmth, they meet a variety of intriguing characters who share their unique connections to these beloved establishments. The journey spans from ancient Roman taverns to cozy Anglo-Saxon alehouses and inns catering to weary travelers. Along the way, they uncover the rich history of British pubs, revealing not just their evolution but also a broader narrative about the nation’s identity and heritage.
Episodes
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1
Yorkshire
Exploring the intriguing past within Britain's pubs, Si and Dave head to a Yorkshire tavern rumored to have been emptied by soldiers during the Englis...
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The Lake District
Dave guides Si on a pub crawl through his beloved Lake District, retracing the steps of famous poets like Wordsworth and Coleridge. Along their journe...
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Manchester
Si and Dave embark on a pub crawl through Manchester, exploring the historic taverns that played a vital role during the city’s industrial revolutio...
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Lincolnshire
Title: Lincolnshire Plot: Exploring the untold tales within the pubs of Britain, Si and Dave embark on a journey to 'Bomber County', Lincolnshire....
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Liverpool
Title: Liverpool Plot: The Hairy Bikers dive into the vibrant spirit of Liverpool, exploring iconic pubs from the swinging 60s. Along the way, they c...
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South Wales
Dave explores the picturesque valleys of south Wales, diving into the rich history behind some intriguing pubs. His journey reveals the vital role the...
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Home Counties
Si and Dave set off on a historical pub crawl, starting with medieval ale in the charming town of St Albans and participating in morris dancing at Bri...
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Glasgow
Si and Dave delve into the rich shipbuilding heritage of Glasgow. As they converse with retired shipyard employees, they gain insight into the vibrant...
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East End London
Title: East End London Plot: Si and Dave embark on a nostalgic journey to the vibrant 1950s and 60s East End of London. Their adventure leads them to...
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Edinburgh
The group uncovers chilling stories from pubs that were the scenes of murders and brutal punishments in the 1800s. Along the way, they encounter a fol...
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Bristol
Title: Bristol Plot: The group embarks on an exploration of Bristol's maritime heritage, uncovering a selection of pubs steeped in intriguing stories...
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13
Oxford
Si and Dave embark on a pub crawl through Oxford, aiming to explore the locations where CS Lewis and JRR Tolkien shared pints. They also stop by a bel...
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14
Great Fire of London
Si and Dave's journey brings them to London, where they explore inns that experienced the Great Fire firsthand and visit pubs that served the laborers...
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15
Carlisle
The journey wraps up in Carlisle, where the group uncovers an astonishing World War I initiative aimed at curbing excessive drinking and transforming ...
