Billy Connolly's World Tour of England, Ireland and Wales (2002)
Synopsis
Travelogue of England, Ireland and Wales, presented by Billy Connolly, including clips from his stand-up performances.
Network
BBC One
Episodes
Dublin
In the first episode, Connolly visits the city of Dublin, Ireland
Belfast
Connolly visits the city of Belfast in Northern Ireland. While there, he visits a graveyard that has a wall built under the ground to keep the Protestants and Catholics apart in death.
Killarney
While still in Ireland, Billy visits the town of Killarney and surrounding areas.
Newcastle upon Tyne
Connolly's first episode to be set in England starts in the city of Newcastle upon Tyne. On his visit he gives an insight to how the Geordies got their nickname.
London
The fifth episode focuses on the nation's capital, London. Connolly climbs to the top of the Big Ben clock tower, rides down the River Thames, and performs at Shakespeare's Globe.
Manchester and Sheffield
Connolly visits the cities of Manchester and Sheffield
Wales
The whole episode focuses on the country of Wales, in which he visits Cardiff.
Bournemouth
In the final episode of the series, Connolly visits Bournemouth.
Cast
Details
Original Title
Billy Connolly's World Tour of England, Ireland and Wales
Status
Ended
Seasons
1
Episodes
8
