Series
The Secret History of the British Garden
Documentary
Monty Don explores the fascinating history and evolution of the British garden, from the seventeenth century through to the modern day.
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Seasons & episodes
1The 17th Century15 Nov 2015 · 59mMonty Don explores the evolution of the British garden. Monty uncovers the stories behind Britain's 17th-century gardens, starting at Levens Hall in Cumbria.
2The 18th Century22 Nov 2015 · 59mMonty bases himself at Rousham House in Oxfordshire, designed by one of the first practitioners of the landscape movement, William Kent. It has survived almost unchanged since its completion in 1741.
3The 19th Century29 Nov 2015 · 59mIn the third installment, Monty focuses on the 19th century. The expanding empire, scientific and technological innovation, and social change are reflected in Britain’s more exotic, colourful and accessible gardens. Monty visits royal retreats, including Osborne House; the very first publicly owned, urban recreational park, Derby Arboretum; as well as Kew Gardens and Edinburgh’s botanic gardens.
4The 20th Century13 Dec 2015 · 59mMonty Don looks at the evolution of the British garden. Monty concludes his journey by looking at the effect two world wars had on attitudes to gardens.
Details
- First aired
- 15 Nov 2015
- Last aired
- 13 Dec 2015
- Status
- Ended
- Language
- English
- Network
- BBC Two
- Episodes
- 4
Where to watch (US)
Cast
Monty DonSelf - Presenter
