Name: Secrets of Britain's Historic Houses and Gardens
Released: 2023-05-12T00:00:00.000Z
Cast: Jim Carter

TV Show · Documentary · Special Interest

Every year, millions of people flock to the homes and gardens of Britain's National Trust, but out of the visitor's sight lies a hidden world. Behind closed doors, dedicated teams work on keeping its priceless heritage alive.

2023 · 58m

Starring Jim Carter

Director James Ross, Sam Roubicek

EPISODE 1

Episode 1

Conservators hope to uncover a painting's hidden story; a beautiful Chinese bridge is painstakingly rebuilt; a 450-year-old table needs to be worked on before it goes on tour.

58m
EPISODE 2

Episode 2

Writer Vita Sackville-West's study needs restoring; Rudyard Kipling's family history is revealed through a precious possession.

58m
EPISODE 3

Episode 3

Paul McCartney's childhood home is lovingly restored; uncovering a unique collection of photos in Liverpool; an intriguing modern art installation is saved from collapse.

58m
EPISODE 4

Episode 4

A unique Victorian clock is brought back to life; a portrait damaged by Georgian partying is restored; an unusual handmade puppet reveals a hidden WWII story.

58m
EPISODE 5

Episode 5

Winston Churchill's D-Day memento needs reinforcements; antique Chinese wallpaper in a drawing room is attacked by insects; a Victorian A-lister's stage costume is saved for one last act.

58m
EPISODE 6

Episode 6

A conservation team try to save unique dodo and dinosaur statues in a Northern Irish garden; a conservator looks for the hidden story behind a portrait; an old Victorian garden is restored to its former glory.

59m