The Lakes with Simon Reeve

Duration: 59'03''

Synopsis

Simon Reeve travels through the glorious Lake District and the county of Cumbria, where huge changes are sweeping an ancient landscape.

Further Information

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Episode 2 | The Lakes with Simon Reeve

Episode 2 | The Lakes with Simon Reeve

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Episode 3 | The Lakes with Simon Reeve

Episode 3 | The Lakes with Simon Reeve

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Episode 2 | The Lakes with Simon Reeve

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Sellafield | The Lakes with Simon Reeve

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