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Royal Antiques Revived
Follow the incredible journey of three royal items as they are restored and revived. King George IV’s piano, a car believed to have belonged to the Queen Mother and a rare copy of King Louis XV’s desk are found and fixed. Victoria Coren Mitchell presents this celebration of British skill, as remarkable pieces with curious pasts are restored using techniques as old as the items themselves.
Bettany Hughes' Grand Tour: From Paris to Rome
In the 18th century, those seeking culture and an artistic education would take a ‘grand tour’, exploring Europe’s rich heritage and cuisine. In this delightful travel documentary series historian Bettany Hughes follows in their footsteps, visiting such wonders as the museums of Paris and Rome, the canals of Venice, the cuisine of Florence and Milan and the glorious vistas of the Amalfi coast.
Secrets Of The Royal Gardens
Discover little-known facts and horticultural wonders hidden in royal parks and gardens.
Go behind castle gates and palace walls to uncover little-known facts about some regal horticultural wonders. This stunning documentary series takes us behind the scenes of Britain’s royal gardens and parks, including Buckingham Palace, Kew Gardens and Balmoral. Along the way, the Queen’s bee-keeping skills, Princess Diana’s favorite garden spot and mysterious pyramids will be revealed.
Antiques Roadshow
The Antiques Roadshow returns, with members of the public bringing along their treasures for examination by experts. Some discover that their ephemera is worth much more than they ever expected, while others find they have a fake on their hands. Amazing finds include a medal awarded to a carrier pigeon, garden gnomes, ancient chocolate and a luxurious Louis Vuitton case.
Grand Designs
Presenter Kevin McCloud follows some of Britain’s most ambitious self-building projects, as intrepid individuals attempt to design and construct the home of their dreams. Unfortunately, these dreams often turn into nightmares as strained budgets, building regulations, family emergencies, botched construction and terrible weather conditions conspire to derail their projects.