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About The Incredible Story Of Britain's First Seaside Holidays | How The Victorians Built Britain

This documentary explores how the Victorians invented the Great British seaside holiday. From Blackpool's famous piers, tower and trams to dazzling illuminations, grand ballrooms and spectacular entertainment, discover how Victorian engineering and innovation transformed a quiet fishing town into Britain's entertainment capital.

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Title
The Incredible Story Of Britain's First Seaside Holidays | How The Victorians Built Britain
Category
Society
Runtime
43 minutes
Language
English

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