Inside The Langham: Britain's First Grand Hotel

Name: Inside The Langham: Britain's First Grand Hotel
Released: 2026-07-21T00:00:00.000Z
Cast: Maureen Lipman

TV Show · Documentary

Documentary series following chefs, engineers and hoteliers at The Langham in London - Europe's first grand hotel - as they pull off glittering events, luxury renovations, and culinary challenges while battling to ensure that the heritage destination stands out in a fierce-five star market.

2026 · 22m

Starring Maureen Lipman

EPISODE 1

Episode 1

Following chefs, engineers and hoteliers at The Langham in London - Europe's first grand hotel. As Michel Roux hosts the biggest dinner of the year, chef Oliver must manage a culinary crisis. Alice prepares a £10k-a-night suite for a demanding guest.
EPISODE 2

Episode 2

Wedding planner Meri pulls out all the stops to deliver a breathtaking and ultra-exclusive ceremony, and culinary fans gather across the hotel as chef Michel Roux hosts an exclusive masterclass at the cookery school.
EPISODE 3

Episode 3

The Langham's CEO arrives in London to inspect one of the hotel's most ambitious renovations yet, a vast new terrace added to one of its most exclusive suites. And the hotel's head bartender and executive chef clash over the bar menu.
EPISODE 4

Episode 4

The hotel's managing director heads to the island of Murano to oversee progress on The Langham Venice. Culinary Director Michel Roux brings Michelin-star dining to the hotel for the very first time as sous-chef Oliver aims to deliver on his menu.
EPISODE 5

Episode 5

The Langham's spa manager searches for a new skincare product on a vast estate, and receptionist Rodrigo meets a dancing idol of his.
EPISODE 6

Episode 6

It's the 160th anniversary of The Langham as the entire team races to deliver a celebration worthy of the iconic hotel's legacy. Event organiser Alice must break the news to chef Oliver that even more guests are attending than planned.