Michael is entertained in regal style before learning about an early women's soccer team.

Michael visits the magnificent Manchester Victoria station and sees a glimpse of the past.

Michael enjoys the Peak District before meeting one of Britain's wealthiest dynasties.

Michael races whippets and rides iconic motorbikes as he travels to Maltby and Hinckley.

In Birmingham, Michael embarks on a detective adventure involving Arthur Conan Doyle.

Michael unearths a surprising item belonging to Winston Churchill in Northern Ireland.

Michael learns about Narnia author CS Lewis and then tries a delicious meal of eels.

Michael heads to Scotland and discovers more about the life of Peter Pan author JM Barrie.

Michael Portillo explores the industrial heartland of Glasgow and its mighty River Clyde.

Michael Portillo falls into line with the University of Glasgow's Officer Training Corps.

In Warwick's medieval castle, Michael Portillo uncovers the scene of a scandalous ball.

Michael abandons the train and heads to the river to learn about The Wind in the Willows.

Michael finds comedy at the home of British cinema and is transformed for the movies.

At the Royal Ballet School, Michael hears how a Russian company took London by storm.

Michael concludes his epic railway journey at the home of one of his favorite authors.