The Lakes

(BBC drama serial, 1997-9)

Somewhat overheated drama rather overshadowed by the glorious scenery of the Lake District.

Episode 1.1:
In Liverpool, Danny (John Simm) is thrown off a bus when he's unable to pay his fare. It's a Daimler Fleetline, the Daimler badge is glimpsed out of focus later:
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He makes his way by National Express coach M366AMA, a 1995 Plaxton-bodied Dennis Javelin owned by Selwyns of Runcorn:
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Returned to Liverpool, Danny is seen in traffic, which includes a glimpses of Arriva and Merseybus Olympians, and North Western 164 (M164WKA), a 1995 Dennis Dart/East Lancs:
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…and we see the 'Village Taxis' Daimler Fleetline again:
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This could well also be M366AMA again:
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Episode 1.4:
A Mercedes minibus of Taylors Coaches is glimpsed in parts!:
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Episode 2.3:
Unexpectedly has an appearance by former Midland Red JHA216L (1973 Leyland Leopard/Marshall) in the opening credits of Ballykissangel lakes15.jpg

Episode 2.9:
A visit to a prison features Stagecoach Cumberland 87 (N327XRP), a 1966 Mercedes 709D/Alexander:
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