Stuart Maconie

Stuart Maconie takes a tour of places which have been influential in Britain’s literary and cinematic heritage recounting his travels with his usual blend of charm and wit.

Stuart Maconie goes in search of the places, people and events of the 20th century that shaped the look and character of modern Britain. From the death of Victoria to the demise of New Labour, he takes a single event from each decade that offers up a defining moment in our history and then goes in search of its legacy today. X rated, contains offensive language.

Cloth caps, pies, mushy peas - is this what the North means to you? Stuart Maconie decided to investigate - to find out exactly where 'The North' is and what it means to be a true Northerner. Here are his hilarious conclusions. X rated, contains offensive language.