Series synopsis
Susan Calman's Grand Day Out is a British documentary family comedy television series that premiered on 5 on January 8, 2021. It stars Susan Calman.
The comedian explores the British isles in her vintage camper van, Helen, taking in some dramatic scenery, unspoilt countryside and incredible historic sights along the way.
Premise
The comedian explores the British isles in her vintage camper van, Helen, taking in some dramatic scenery, unspoilt countryside and incredible historic sights along the way.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Susan Calman as Self - Presenter
Episodes
This series spans 9 seasons with 60 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 6 | January 8, 2021 | February 12, 2021 |
| Season 2 | 7 | October 8, 2021 | November 19, 2021 |
| Season 3 | 5 | February 4, 2022 | March 4, 2022 |
| Season 4 | 7 | October 21, 2022 | December 9, 2022 |
| Season 5 | 6 | May 12, 2023 | June 16, 2023 |
| Season 6 | 6 | October 6, 2023 | November 10, 2023 |
| Season 7 | 8 | July 4, 2024 | October 25, 2024 |
| Season 8 | 8 | November 1, 2024 | June 27, 2025 |
| Season 9 | 7 | September 19, 2025 | November 7, 2025 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Cornwall and Devon While exploring Cornwall and Devon, Susan Calman stumbles across one of the area's more unique attractions, including The Gnome Reserve, where she meets a local who has a collection of more than 1,000 gnomes, and finds out where the term 'stickler' comes from by taking part in the ancient sport of Cornish Wrestling, before ending her journey at the stunning coastal viewpoint of St Bedruthan Steps. |
January 8, 2021 |
| 2 |
The Lake District The comedian aboard her vintage camper van, explores the mountainous region of north-west England and the Lake District. She begins her 142-mile journey just south of Penrith, travelling down through the lakes, before heading west to finish near Keswick. Along the way she meets the people and visits the places that make this most scenic part of Britain unique. On Ullswater, Susan gets a chance to take charge of the oldest working passenger vessel in the world, the Lady of the Lake. Then she hears of Beatrix Potter's love of the region before heading the spooky Muncaster Castle. |
January 15, 2021 |
| 3 |
Yorkshire The comedian ventures east of the Pennines on a 126-mile journey that begins at the North Yorkshire village of Runswick Bay, where she goes hunting for a rare gemstone called Whitby Jet. Susan samples the local cod and chips before exploring the gothic ruins of Whitby Abbey - famed for inspiring some of the most dramatic scenes in Bram Stoker's Dracula. After a spell at Mother Shipton's Cave - the oldest tourist attraction in England - she meets up with a group whose members reconstruct Roman gladiatorial battles in York. Finally, Susan ventures to Malham Cove, a huge curving amphitheatre-shaped cliff. |
January 22, 2021 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
On the Norfolk Broads The comedian's second run of excursions begins on the Norfolk Broads, where she is invited aboard a beautifully restored boat known as a wherry. Moving onto Cromer, Susan has come for the famous crab, but also discovers the local jig dolls. Part puppet, part percussion instrument, it leads to a very happy time in a pub. |
October 8, 2021 |
| 2 |
Cornwall The comedian and presenter explores Cornwall's coast, taking in the delights from Charlestown to Land's End, and beyond. She is invited to scale the masts of a schooner at the UK's last working Georgian port and is asked to help tend the country's only outdoor jungle. On the other side of a ferry trip, Susan discovers the surprising sight of Europe's largest tea plantation, right here in Britain. |
October 15, 2021 |
| 3 |
The Welsh Mountains The comedian climbs the dramatic and spectacular peaks of north Wales. She she stops off at the must-see tourist spot of the Tu Hwnt Ir Bont Tearoom, said to be the most photographed in Wales and famed for its Welsh rarebit. Moving on to Mount Snowdon, Susan climbs the magnificent peak in style, using the mountain railway. |
October 22, 2021 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
English Riviera Susan joins a scallop diving expedition and gets closer than she's ever been to dolphins. |
February 4, 2022 |
| 2 |
Herriot Country Susan takes her campervan to the North Yorkshire Moors and the Yorkshire Dales. |
February 11, 2022 |
| 3 |
Scottish Glens Susan Calman explores the Scottish Glens, such as the shores of the Loch Lochy. |
February 18, 2022 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
South Cornish Coast Susan starts her adventure in style, heading to the very edge of England and the especially beautiful south Cornish Coast. She then heads to Penzance, where she discovers its striking art deco saltwater Jubilee Pool. |
October 21, 2022 |
| 2 |
Wye Valley Susan is steering her camper van through the Wye Valley. Running across three counties, it is said to be one of the UK's areas of outstanding natural beauty and credited as the very birthplace of British tourism. |
October 28, 2022 |
| 3 |
Glens of Antrim Susan heads to the dramatic, yet charming coast of Northern Ireland. It's said to be full of warm characters, ancient traditions and a truly striking landscape. The starting point of her trip is the Glenariff - one of the nine Glens of Antrim. |
November 4, 2022 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Yorkshire Valleys Susan hits the road, taking in York Minster, a Teddy Bear Museum and a mini steam train. |
May 12, 2023 |
| 2 |
Devon and the South Coast In Dorset, Susan explores the Jurassic Coast and digs in the footsteps of renowned fossil hunter Mary Anning before moving into Devon and fulfilling her dream of driving a vintage tram. |
May 19, 2023 |
| 3 |
South Wales Susan visits Wales's wonderful south coast and the gorgeous Gower peninsula, taking in the extravagant Cardiff Castle, a unique game of Welsh baseball, and the National Botanic Garden. |
May 26, 2023 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Pennines and Northumberland Susan heads to the northeast corner of England, meeting a rescue sheep called Barbara! |
October 6, 2023 |
| 2 |
Hampshire Susan visits HMS Victory in Portsmouth for a taste of naval history, walks in the New Forest, sees Jane Austen's house in Chawton and the grand house that stood in for Downton Abbey. |
October 13, 2023 |
| 3 |
Lincolnshire Susan explores the second largest county in England as she takes in the gorgeous rural sights in and around the Lincolnshire Fens. She arrives to lush greens, as pops of yellow punctuate the vast, flat Lincolnshire landscape. This may be the perfect place to pootle. |
October 20, 2023 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Channel Islands Susan hits the road again to discover the charming Channel Islands. |
July 4, 2024 |
| 2 |
Nottinghamshire In historic Nottinghamshire, Susan hears tales of superheroes, explores mysterious caves, and lets off steam in a wondrous example of Victorian invention |
July 11, 2024 |
| 3 |
West Yorkshire Valleys The comedian explores the West Yorkshire Valleys, beginning in Keighley, and also visits Holmfirth, best known for being the setting of sitcom classic Last of the Summer Wine. |
July 18, 2024 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Winnie the Pooh Country Susan takes a trip to the South Downs home of Winnie the Pooh, enjoying picture postcard scenery and a dose of childhood nostalgia, topped off with a trip to Hundred Acre Wood. |
November 1, 2024 |
| 2 |
Cheshire Susan enjoys the delights of Cheshire and its surrounding countryside, boating over an aqueduct, visiting the UK's biggest Roman amphitheatre in Britain. Susan also searches for extra-terrestrial wonders at one of the world's biggest space telescopes. |
November 8, 2024 |
| 3 |
Devon From lawnmower racing to weather reporting, Susan's Devon trip is full of surprises, including a Bridgerton-inspired carriage ride, Victorian railways, and a surf therapy session. |
November 15, 2024 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
The Heart of England Susan Calman takes in the wonders of Worcestershire, The Malvern Hills and the Midlands. |
September 19, 2025 |
| 2 |
Wallace and Gromit Country Susan tours the north of England, a land forever linked to Wallace and Gromit. |
September 26, 2025 |
| 3 |
Jilly Cooper Country Susan explores the Cotswolds, famously the inspiration for romantic novelist Jilly Cooper. |
October 10, 2025 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | 5 |
|---|---|
| First aired | January 8, 2021 |
| Last aired | November 7, 2025 |
| Runtime | 45 minutes |
| Status | continue |
| Schedule | Friday at 20:00:00 |