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British television series which features unusual and often elaborate architectural homebuilding projects.
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Exploring the hidden corners of the UK in search of the best the countryside has to offer.
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6 episodes • 2002
| # | Episode | Air Date | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mighty Cathedrals | Feb 11, 2002 | 0.0 |
| 2 | The Art of Castle Building | Feb 18, 2002 | 0.0 |
| 3 | The Age of the Carpenter | Feb 25, 2002 | 0.0 |
| 4 | Scottish Style | Mar 4, 2002 | 0.0 |
| 5 | Building the Canals | Mar 11, 2002 | 0.0 |
| 6 | Victorian Splendour | Mar 18, 2002 | 0.0 |