Scrap Kings
An explosive series following work of demolition, salvage and waste management experts as they blast, crush and smash their way through a variety of structures which have had their day. And once they're down, the real work begins. From tower blocks to ships, to bridges to Victorian mansions…Every inch of material is removed as everything (and we mean everything) has value if you know where to take it and, more importantly, know when to sell it. With projects on this scale even a small shift in international metal markets could spell disaster for the Scrap Kings.
Cast: Colin Uttley
Season 1
8 episodes
- 1. Motorway BridgeA motorway bridge in Scotland suddenly collapses. Plus, a 1970s care home in York is razed to the ground - but precious Roman remains lie just below the surface.12CCAug 22, 2017
- 2. Tornado on FireAn office block in Stafford is torn down just metres from commuter trains. And in north Yorkshire, a Tornado jet is repurposed for life-saving fire training.12CCApr 29, 2017
- 3. Caravan GraveyardOn Holy Island, a defunct aluminium factory must be demolished, but a giant steel crane proves tricky. Meanwhile, can old office plastic make good sunglasses?12CCSep 5, 2017
- 4. Banger RacerA scrap car gets revived for the race track. An artistic mastermind turns scrap metal into cool lighting, and on old office block is demolished close to a busy road.12CCSep 12, 2017
- 5. Tower ExplosionA Blackpool landmark is set for an explosive ending. Will it go as planned? Plus, the artist who made a giant WW1 soldier out of scrap metal tries to tame a dragon.12CCSep 19, 2017
- 6. Double Decker CrushA double decker bus reaches its final stop in Barnsley. A traditional fairground ride is saved from the scrap yard, but will its painstaking restoration pay off?12CCSep 26, 2017
- 7. Racing TokensA giant brick tower is toppled next to a railway line. Meanwhile, one of Britain's veteran scrap kings ploughs his profits into racing cars.12CCOct 3, 2017
- 8. To Break or Not to BreakA beautiful wooden boat is pulled from the Thames. Will it be restored or recycled? Plus, a look at how many crushed cars can be crammed into a container.12CCOct 10, 2017
Scrap Kings
An explosive series following work of demolition, salvage and waste management experts as they blast, crush and smash their way through a variety of structures which have had their day. And once they're down, the real work begins. From tower blocks to ships, to bridges to Victorian mansions…Every inch of material is removed as everything (and we mean everything) has value if you know where to take it and, more importantly, know when to sell it. With projects on this scale even a small shift in international metal markets could spell disaster for the Scrap Kings.
Creators and cast
- Cast
- Colin Uttley
Maturity rating
12Check the rating before watching with younger viewers.
Audio languages
English
Where to watch
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