Cumbria: The Lakes and Coast third episode breakdown

The five-part series returned on Wednesday night (July 31), putting the beauty of Cumbria and the uniqueness of its people front and centre.

James Lightfoot putting his skills to the test (Image: Channel 5)

This time out, a key part of the episode was developments at Lowther Castle, just south of Penrith, where stonemason James Lightfoot is responsible for preserving the history of the site.

He said: "I think that this is as good as it probably gets.

"I have been a stonemason since I was 21, I'm 43 now but I cannot honestly think of anywhere else I would want to work on - it is such a privilege."

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Towards Appleby, viewers get to meet Hattie and Chris McPhee, who have been taking care of a 130 acre farm for four years - with a dedication to bringing goats into the spotlight.

Hattie leading her beloved goats out of their pen (Image: Channel 5)

"We juggle a very hectic life," Hattie commented.

"We have to manage a number of full time jobs, look after our two children, and then keep an eye on the farm - it would be boring if our lives were normal."

Chris working in the gardens at Levens Hall (Image: Channel 5)

One of the stars of Cumbria's tourism sector is shown to be Levens Hall, which is greeted by 30,000 visitors each year.

Chris Crowder is the 11th head gardener at the property, having now worked there for 37 years at what is the oldest topiary garden in the world.

He said: "I love the place and it has been my life, my home life, my work life, my everything for all these years."

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Tracy pictured alongside one of the Friesian horses she looks after (Image: Channel 5)

A similar focus on the heritage of the county is seen in Cartmel, where the town is getting ready for a Medieval festival.

Tracy Alexander, of Greenbank Farm, has dedicated her time to raising Friesian horses in the area, with the episode following her as she gets the animals ready for the big occasion.

Will Todd be able to navigate choppy waters? (Image: Channel 5)

And, in Ullswater, we meet Todd Cumberpatch, the latest trainee skipper looking to take to the water in one of the area's five heritage steamers.

You can catch up on the latest episode now, with the fourth installment airing on Channel 5 on August 7 at 8pm.