| Railway Walks JULIA got her backpack and walking boots on again in Railway Walks to explore the great outdoors following the old tracks, overgrown cuttings and ancient viaducts of Britain's lost rail empire, visiting disused lines across England, Scotland and Wales. Produced by Skyworks, the makers of Wainwright Walks, the first show of a series of six was aired on BBC Four in April 2008 and again in March 2010 – most recently on BBC HD in February and March 2011. Through stunning landscapes and urban backstreets, each contrasting walk has a unique story to tell, offering Julia a window into industrial Britain and how the rise and fall of the railways has altered lives and localities across the country. Julia began her exploration of Britain's lost rail empire in Derbyshire, the heart of the Peak District, with a walk along the popular Monsal Trail. Limestone cliffs and gorges abound, not to mention the tunnels and soaring viaducts of the Midland Railway – one of the most dramatic and unlikely main lines ever built. From there on, Julia ventured to Snowdonia (Dolgellau to Barmouth), Cornwall (the coast to coast trail), Speyside (the Strathspey Railway), Weymouth (harbouring history and finally Perthshire (Callander to Loch Tay). Latest News : Railway Walks Book launched A book to accompany the six part series has been published by Frances Lincoln. Order your copy from this website and have it personally signed by Julia. See how to order your copy of the Railway Walks paperback.
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