Vikings, Shipwrecks and Dinosaurs: Secrets of the Jurassic Coast
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Striking a line west along this dramatic stretch of ever-changing cliffs, Sam and his four legged companion Geronimo, begin their coastal journey at the red cliffs of Exmouth, a location that my have served as a reference point for the Vikings as they made the journey across from mainland Europe and up the river Ex. Moving onwards, Sam explores the very recent history of Branscome where we hear the tale of a shipwreck that caused quite the stir when BMW motorcycles and crates of wine started washing up.
Finally, Sam and Geronimo finish their journey in Lyme Regis, the site of some of the most important scientific discoveries ever made and the home to the lady that made them, Devon's own Mary Anning.
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