Synopsis
Simon Reeve follows in the footsteps of pilgrims across Britain. He starts at the mystical Holy Island, before he follows the route made famous by Chaucer's Canterbury Tales.
- Programme: Pilgrimage with Simon Reeve
- Episode: 1
- Channel: BBC Two
- Broadcast year: 2013
- Religious Education
Licence: ERA Licence required
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