Sailing the Shipping Forecast with The Rev Richard Coles(2025)

Sailing the Shipping Forecast with The Rev Richard Coles is a documentary series that ventures beyond the iconic radio broadcasts to explore Britain's dramatic coastlines. Reverend Richard Coles travels to the regions named in the shipping forecast, meeting the fishermen, sailors, and coastal communities whose livelihoods depend on the sea and its unpredictable weather. Through intimate conversations and stunning coastal scenery, the series reveals the human stories behind those familiar maritime warnings. Coles examines how generations have navigated these waters, the challenges they face today, and their deep connection to the ocean. The programme combines poetic geography with genuine encounters, offering viewers a fresh perspective on the shipping forecast's cultural significance and the resilient people who live by its forecasts.