This film celebrates the glory of England's forgotten royal churches and their links to the most opulent country residences.
The church has always been at the heart of the English monarchy. From operating as a place of contemplation and refuge to symbolising national celebration, art historian Victoria Jenner navigates royal connections with some beautiful churches that are no longer used for regular worship and reside with the Churches Conservation Trust.
Victoria explores the interiors and decoration of some of the greatest churches in England for the first time. These exquisite buildings are finally seen in unprecedented detail with intimate views of fabric, carving and furnishings.
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Hidden in the Trees: Cardiff's Forgot...
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The Ancient Americas: Teotihuacan
A jewel of Mesoamerica, Teotihuacan was a vibrant, painted city - but who built it? And who actually lived there?
In the second episode of our August series 'The Ancient Americas', Tristan is joined by professor Annabeth Headrick to help shine a light on one of ancient history's most marvellous ...
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Buildings Tell Stories
History is located all around us. From the houses we live in to the town halls in our cities to the fields of our rural communities; from Colchester to Harare; history can be found in everything. This talk looks at how intrinsic sites and landscapes are in our everyday lives but also what histo...
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