TV Program

Brian · 09 March 2004, 11:34

You may like to know that an 8 part series called "Danger on the Beach" is due to be broadcast soon on BBC1.
The series will start on Wednesday the 17th March and continue for the following 7 weeks, at the same time, at 19.00 hours, just before Eastenders.
It is not clear to me if this is only being broadcast in the South-West?
However, the series deals with a number of events that happenned around the S/W peninsular last year, and features our very own David Hickman (http://www.powerboat-instruction.co.uk ), who has modestly decided not to mention it here himself.
The action takes place mainly in Torbay, Dartmouth, Falmouth and Newquay and also features the work of our emergency and volunteer maritime services.

This program series must not, of course, be allowed to distract your attention from Mr. Priddy and Co's magnificent efforts on the Geographic Channel called "Total Adventure" on the 19th March.

Gosh I am so excited I think I will go and set the video now!

Steve Care · 09 March 2004, 14:42

Thats the day I have sky plus installed so now It was worth it

John Kennett · 09 March 2004, 18:45

Here's an excerpt from Clive Tully's press release about "Total Adventure":

"Fitting into a half hour slot inevitably means that there are chunks of the story missing or glossed over, but it does successfully capture the flavour of what is after all, a unique moment in powerboating history. And if as you watch it, you think "blimey, that looks rough", console yourself with the thought that those were actually the less violent moments. When it was really rough, Alan Priddy, Steve Lloyd and Clive Tully were more intent on avoiding injury, not to mention damage to the video gear."

It's on the National Geographic Adventure One Channel at 8pm on March 19. Somebody video it for me please!

John

jwalker · 09 March 2004, 19:38

Quote:

Originally posted by John Kennett
It's on the National Geographic Adventure One Channel at 8pm on March 19. Somebody video it for me please!

Me too, please.

Nickytynick · 09 March 2004, 19:48

Thanks Brian - just put it into my personal organiser!

More RIB TV required!!!

Nick

Alex Brown · 09 March 2004, 21:08

is it definately the 19th? - my digiguide has that prog on, but the synopsis doesn't mention a rib.....

DOCUMENTARY: Total Adventure
Channel: Adventure One 560
Date: Friday 19th March 2004
Time: 20:00 to 20:30 (starting in 9 days)
Duration: 30 minutes.
Climbing Greenland.
Five female mountaineers attempt to scale the snowy peaks of Greenland, battling against hypothermia to survive.

Excerpt taken from DigiGuide - the world's best TV guide available from http://www.digiguide.com. Copyright ©1999-2003 GipsyMedia Ltd. Information copied from DigiGuide cannot be re-distributed, sold or used without prior written consent from GipsyMedia Ltd. All rights reserved.

MarkWildey · 09 March 2004, 21:28

Now describing AlanP as a female is stretching the truth but you never know what goes on at sea ??

nigelt · 10 March 2004, 08:20

I think it is on Adventure One Channel (Sky 560) on the following dates:

26th - 8.00pm
27th - 12.00pm
27th - 4.00pm

Nigel

Brian · 19 March 2004, 10:16

Alex / Nigel

What do you say is the latest date for Alan Priddy's TV program?
Blowed if I can understand the schedules.

It is not tonight is it?

nigelt · 19 March 2004, 10:18

Still sticking with next week!

Alex Brown · 19 March 2004, 19:52

yay!!

DOCUMENTARY: Total Adventure
Channel: Adventure One 560
Date: Friday 26th March 2004
Time: 20:00 to 20:30 (starting in 6 days)
Duration: 30 minutes.
Powerboating World.
Alan Priddy and crew attempt to circumnavigate the world in their boat the Spirit of cardiff, battling against fierce storms.

Alex Brown · 26 March 2004, 19:50

Very interesting program - quite an insight into Alan's trip a couple of years back

-Alex

Garygee · 29 March 2004, 11:03

Hi folks

Good program but almost impossible I felt, to fit it all in 30 minutes.

If people havnt read Clives book, do so.

The TV program gives you the idea but I dont think it gives the real feeling like the book did.
If you liked the program I think you will love the book.

Either way book or TV still a wonderful achievement.

Regards Gary

The Jackeens · 29 March 2004, 11:15

Anyone know when a repeat will happen

Garygee · 29 March 2004, 11:26

Dont know, is anyone mad enough to try again

woot · 29 March 2004, 15:21

Unfortunately missed the programwhat are the books called and where can I get them?

Nickytynick · 29 March 2004, 18:31

Gary's absolutely right - Those that haven't read Clive Tullys 'Confronting Poseidon' should.

It's available from:

Offshore Publishing
Suite 11
Portsmouth Enterprise Centre
Quartremaine Road
Portsmouth
PO3 5QT

20squid i think.

I'll try and find a tel. No. and let you know.

Although the half hour prog was good, it only really scratches the surface of what those guys went through. Get the book and see for yourself - impossible to put down!!

Nick

Richard B · 29 March 2004, 18:39

All the details should be on our web site - books & videos section.

bogib · 29 March 2004, 18:42

Not interested in reading narrow minded persons book.
Clive keep this book for yourself.

Nickytynick · 29 March 2004, 18:43

Try this:

http://www.spirit-of-cardiff.com/shop/

Nick