Griff Rhys Jones Books in Order

Griff Rhys Jones and his friend Bob take an elderly yacht through the Baltic toward Russia. Repairs, unfamiliar waters and close quarters turn their amateur sailing expedition into an account of friendship, frustration and life beyond middle age.

Griff Rhys Jones recalls growing up in a suburban family before finding his way toward comedy and television. Memories of his parents, schooldays and youthful awkwardness trace the experiences that shaped his sense of belonging and comic outlook.

A novice mountaineer, Griff Rhys Jones explores Britain’s high ground and attempts some of its best-known climbs. Encounters with local people and committed climbers help him understand the landscapes and the attraction of lives spent among mountains.

Griff Rhys Jones travels along Britain’s rivers by boat and on foot, exploring their landscapes and histories. From rural waterways to industrial canals, he meets the people whose work, recreation and communities continue to depend on flowing water.

Born in Cardiff but raised in Essex, Griff Rhys Jones travels through Wales to investigate his own Welsh identity. Physical challenges and encounters across eight regions introduce him to local history, language, landscape and the people beyond familiar tourist routes.