A documentary featuring Richard Branson and his family sailing across the Atlantic ocean is due to air on Virgin 1 this autumn.

The show will centre on Richard, his daughter Holly and son Sam as they attempt to break the record for crossing the ocean in a mono-hull sailing boat.

Branson said: “It’s so difficult to explain what you experience during a record-breaking attempt whether it is at sea or in the air, so it’s great to have documentary film maker onboard to share the highs and lows.

“Strange thing for a father to wish for his kids to experience – but at least we’ll be in it together!”