The Fall And Rise Of Britain's Railways

This major documentary series tells the fascinating story of how the railways of Great Britain met, faced and overcame the challenges of the post-industrial era in the middle of the 20th century. From the devastating legacy of the Second World War, through years of neglect and under-investment and the trauma of Beeching's savage cuts - to a period of hope and growth, the rise of intercity and the iconic intercity 125, this is an amazing story of despair and rebirth.