Britain's Great Cathedrals with Tony Robinson
Tony Robinson discovers the fascinating history of Britain's greatest cathedrals.
Cast: Tony Robinson
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Season 1
6 episodes
- 1. York MinsterOver the past 800 years York Minster has been the backdrop to some of the most dramatic events in British history. It houses more than half of all the world's medieval glass and had a succession of outspoken Archbishops.CC44minMar 30, 2018
- 2. Canterbury CathedralCanterbury Cathedral is not just one of the most popular tourist attractions in Britain it is also the 'mother church' for more than 85 million people. Tony tells the story of its foundation, rebuilding and of the pilgrims who visited it.CC44minApr 6, 2018
- 3. Salisbury CathedralSalisbury Cathedral was moved from atop an Iron Age hill-fort to its present location. Britain's tallest medieval building has witnessed natural disasters, royal feuds and secret wartime operations.CC44minApr 20, 2018
- 4. Durham CathedralTony visits Durham Cathedral, one of Britain's first UNESCO World Heritage sites, which is over 900-years-old and stands 218 ft high. When it was first constructed it was the tallest building in England.CC44minApr 27, 2018
- 5. Liverpool CathedralTony looks at the history of the largest cathedral in England. Liverpool Cathedral was designed in the Gothic style by Giles Gilbert Scott, took 74 years to build and was paid for by the people of the city.CC44minMay 4, 2018
- 6. Winchester CathedralTony explores Winchester Cathedral, the longest medieval cathedral in Northern Europe, one a Britain's oldest cathedrals and stands as a monument to the wealth and power of the Normans.CC44minMay 11, 2018
Britain's Great Cathedrals with Tony Robinson
20181 season6 episodesEnded
Tony Robinson discovers the fascinating history of Britain's greatest cathedrals.
Creators and cast
- Cast
- Tony Robinson
- Studio
- Elephant House
