Jonathan Meades gives a personal perspective of British history.
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The Hundred Years’ war between England and France gave us the victories of Crecy and Agincourt, and made the reputations of Edward III and Henry V. It gave France a national heroine in Joan of Arc. But, even now, the jury is out as to its causes and outcome. Was it the final swansong of a redundant knightly class whose only reason for being was to fight? Was it a battle over ever more important territory to the emerging economies of England and France? Or was it the painful birth of two distinct national identities, forged through their long and violent divorce? Dr Janina Ramirez guides us through the stories of kings, great knights, bloody battles and cultural triumphs of this momentous conflict.
Comedian Lenny Henry sets out on a journey to discover what makes us laugh and what role humour plays in our lives
The comedian explores the British isles in her vintage camper van, Helen, taking in some dramatic scenery, unspoilt countryside and incredible historic sights along the way.
Christopher Timothy and Peter Davison get behind the wheel of the 1936-designed Morgan 4/4 and set out on a series of road trips along some of Britain's most beautiful vintage roads. Taking inspiration from old travel guides of the day and travelling the most iconic sights of the regions, they experience the thrills of the era when Britain first fell in love with the motor car and when the open road was a gateway to adventure and exploration.
Timothy Spall and his wife Shane are back on board their beloved barge the Princess Matilda as they conclude their trip around the British coast.
Celebrities travel Britain's coastline accompanied by their dogs
Celebrities take a stroll in the great British outdoors with their faithful hound.
David Dimbleby takes to his wooden sailing boat to explore Britain's rich maritime heritage.
Clare Balding embarks on a pedal-powered odyssey across Britain to rediscover the magical world of 1950s cycling
In a landmark history series, Jeremy Paxman describes how the First World War transformed the lives of the British people, and helped shape modern Britain.
Actor Julie Walters rides upon the UK's most beautiful coastal railways.
Hugh Dennis and Julia Bradbury's adventures in four stunning British landscapes. No matter where we are, the rocky upheavals of Britain's epic past are still with us, and still drive how we live.
Evan Davis looks at the British economy and asks what our country is good at and how it can pay its way in the world,
Series which follows comedian Eddie Izzard rising to the challenge for Sport Relief by running an astonishing 43 marathons in 51 days
Andrew Marr discovers why the Scotland he grew up in has changed so much politically, and whether, after the Brexit vote, we will see Scottish independence and the break-up of the UK.
Tim, Thom and Trevor had five weeks to travel from River Cottage to Land's End without any money. To survive they had to hunt for food for themselves and renewable electricity for their converted milkfloat - a three-ton, 1980’s electric milk float - top speed of 17 miles an hour. Get it right, and they’d eat like kings as they trundle through some of the most beautiful places in Britain. Get it wrong and they'd be starving, and going nowhere fast!
Series which celebrates an unlikely story of outstanding British aviation achievement at a time of national austerity, the breathtaking planes that were built and the remarkable men who flew them.
This two-part series profiles Princess Margaret, whose life and loves reflected the social and sexual revolution that transformed Britain during the 20th century.
Robbie Coltrane has set himself a challenge to take a road trip across a Britain that we don't normally see. The route is from Scotland to the tip of Cornwall, stopping off at various locations - all on the scenic 'B' roads.
Series looking at the British genius for woodwork over the centuries.
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5 episodes • 2005
| # | Episode | Air Date | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Edinburgh Castle | Aug 2, 2005 | 0.0 |
| 2 | Cragside House | Aug 9, 2005 | 0.0 |
| 3 | Salisbury Cathedral | Aug 16, 2005 | 0.0 |
| 4 | Brighton Pavilion | Aug 23, 2005 | 0.0 |
| 5 | Portsmouth Dockyard | Aug 30, 2005 | 0.0 |