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The Sporting Life

He discovers how 19th-century Scotland's mountains and glens were a playground for rich gentlemen eager to test themselves against the forces of nature. In the spirit of Victorian manliness, Paul makes the journey using a conveyance of the period, an original 1870s tricycle. Enjoying the dubious delights of his unusual mode of transport, he travels from Dunkeld along the banks of Britain's longest river, the Tay, before climbing the mountains to Royal Deeside. From Braemar he travels to the iconic destination of Balmoral, before attempting to cycle one of Scotland's most famous mountain passes, the Lairig Ghru.

English
  • Originally Aired October 13, 2010
  • Runtime 30 minutes
  • Content Rating United States of America TV-PG
  • Network BBC One
  • Created November 10, 2010 by
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Name Type Role
Paul Murton Writer
Paul Murton Director