Sailing the Shipping Forecast

Sailing the Shipping Forecast will take viewers on a voyage from bustling waterways to remote, isolated communities reliant on the sea to survive. On the way they'll discover the natural beauty of estuaries, oceans, channels and coastlines.

Led by Rev. Coles across four of the 31 areas mapped out by the shipping forecast, the broadcaster and writer will take us on a journey to meet some of the people and communities living and working in these regions. Featuring the Faeroes, Lundy, Thames and Wight we will see what life is like at sea, and how an ecosystem ashore is sustained by the rich life around the waters of Britain and its neighbouring countries.

Show Info

Network: United Kingdom More4 (2025 - now)
Schedule: Mondays at 21:00 (60 min)
Status: Running
Show Type: Reality
Genres: Travel
Episodes ordered: 4 episodes

Official site: www.channel4.com

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Previous Episode

The Thames

Episode 1x04; Nov 10, 2025

Richard meets the rebels and risk takers of the shipping forecast area of the Thames, revisiting his youth as a member of the Communards when he visits Radio Caroline. He also explores the Old Royal Naval College, where he has his first ever sailing

Previous Episodes

Episode NameAirdateTrailer
1x04: The ThamesNov 10, 2025
1x03: WightNov 3, 2025
1x02: FaeroesOct 27, 2025
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Extra Details

Also known as:
  • Sailing the Shipping Forecast with the Rev Richard Coles
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