Hidden Treasures of the National Trust
Overview
Explore the stunning and historic estates of the UK as "Hidden Treasures of the National Trust" unveils the stories behind these remarkable properties. Viewers are granted exclusive access to the dedicated individuals working tirelessly to preserve Britain's invaluable cultural legacy. Each episode highlights breathtaking architecture and rich histories, showcasing the efforts to maintain these treasures for future generations. With engaging narratives and captivating visuals, the series celebrates both the homes and the passionate caretakers devoted to safeguarding the nation's heritage.
Episodes
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Episode 1
The secret history of a painting comes to light, while a stunning Chinese bridge is meticulously restored. Additionally, a 450-year-old table is in di...
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Episode 2
After a ceiling collapse, the task of rebuilding Vita Sackville-West's study begins anew, requiring a complete restoration. Meanwhile, a treasured ite...
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Episode 3
Paul McCartney's boyhood home has been carefully refurbished, revealing a distinctive array of photographs in Liverpool. Meanwhile, a fascinating cont...
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Episode 4
An extraordinary Victorian clock is revived, a portrait marred by wild Georgian celebrations gets a makeover, and an intriguing handmade puppet uncove...
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Episode 5
At Chartwell in Kent, efforts are underway to preserve a model of the floating harbours used during D-Day in 1944, ensuring its stability for the year...
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Episode 6
In the series finale, skilled conservators at Mount Stewart in County Down tackle the repair of unique concrete sculptures that have suffered damage f...
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Episode 1
A stunning gallery crafted from seashells requires reinforcement, a valuable Rubens painting is rescued from the brink of disaster, and an ancient Egy...
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Episode 2
The secrets of two elite socialites are revealed through their portraits, an Edwardian clock tower is ticking down to its final moments, and a Renaiss...
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Episode 3
After being absent for two hundred years, a lost masterpiece comes back to its grand estate. Meanwhile, there’s an ongoing quest to uncover a hidden...
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Episode 4
A spectacular clock requires a reset, and a distinctive 1920s home, seemingly suspended in time, faces danger. Meanwhile, a child's costume unveils th...
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Episode 5
The impressive gates of Benjamin Disraeli’s estate receive a luxurious golden enhancement, while the National Trust's most significant carpet underg...
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Episode 6
A captivating painting of a servant unveils its long-held secrets, leading to the rediscovery of two extraordinary hidden treasures that emerge from o...
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The Doll's House
At Hill Top, Beatrix Potter's dolls' house is set for a significant makeover, while at Clouds Hill, a captivating painting once owned by Lawrence of A...
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The Nude in the Attic
The stunning statue of a Georgian high-society mistress receives a beautiful restoration at Knole House in Kent, while Townend, a classic farmhouse in...
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Peacocks and Elephants
The Peacock Dress from Kedleston Hall, emblematic of the British Raj in India, undergoes a stunning transformation, while a unique yet damaged artwork...
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Women on the Frontline
The struggle to protect the homes and treasures of two defiant Royalist women during the English Civil War centers around Ham House and Corfe Castle, ...
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Goldfinger
A poignant piece from the modernist residence of architect Erno Goldfinger is undergoing restoration, leading to the uncovering of concealed messages ...
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Raising the Roof!
At Lanhydrock in Cornwall, efforts are underway to preserve an impressive 35-meter-long ornate ceiling, while in Warwickshire, the historic Tudor esta...
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A New Agatha Christie Mystery
A delicate silk robe, a mural from the war years, and a writer’s handcrafted clock are just a few of the secret treasures tucked away inside the hom...
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The Duke, His Wife and Their Lover
This episode traces the enduring influence of the Grand Tour, from daring society portraits to opulent royal furnishings and the revival of forgotten ...
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Puffins and Pilgrims
On the isolated Farne Islands, a dedicated team works to protect both the historic legacy of St Cuthbert and a thriving seabird colony. Meanwhile, in ...
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Collectomania
At two of the National Trust’s most eccentric properties, caretakers tend to an extraordinary mix of oddities and treasures. Among the highlights ar...
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Bobbins and Hobbit Holes
As the Industrial Revolution reshaped daily life, a rare contract binding a young boy to a cotton mill is carefully preserved, shedding light on the h...
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Top Secret Seedlings
At the National Trust’s newest property, efforts are underway to preserve the horticultural legacy of garden designer Gertrude Jekyll. Meanwhile, at...
