Ricky & Ralf's Very Northern Road Trip: Story, Cast and Series Facts

Story and premise

The Royle Family's dad and son Ricky Tomlinson and Ralf Little reunite years after they last got together, for a heart-warming and hilarious staycation, travelling the length and breadth of northern England, in a quest to unlock each of its region's own unique secrets.

From the banks of the urban Mersey to the beauty of the Lakes, from the steel works of Sheffield to the chocolate makers of York, and on to curry houses, football clubs, steam trains – and the Angel of the North, it's a fascinating route rich in natural beauty, culture, cuisine, sport – and, of course, humour…

They meet some old friends from the world of showbiz – and make new ones at every port of call – as they explore what makes the people in this part of Britain so special. They also reflect on how life has changed them as individuals – and the North itself – over the 20-odd years since they first met.

Series details

• Title: Ricky & Ralf's Very Northern Road Trip
• Format: Documentary
• Language: English
• Genres: Adventure, Travel
• Premiere date: 2020-05-11
• Final broadcast date listed: 2020-06-15
• Status in TVmaze: Ended
• Network listed by TVmaze: U&GOLD
• Network country: United Kingdom
• Typical episode runtime: 60 minutes
• TVMaze ID: 47678

Cast and credited roles

• Ricky Tomlinson — Ricky Tomlinson
• Ralf Little — Ralf Little
• Sally Lindsay — Narrator

Seasons in the TVmaze catalogue

• Season 1: premiered 2020-05-11; final listed air date 2020-06-15; episode order: 6.

Source and licence

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