A new programme in the Royal Heritage series, which traces the story of Britain's Royal Builders and Collectors.
Told by Sir Huw Wheldon
Among those taking part are: HM The Queen
HRH The Duke of Edinburgh HRH The Prince of Wales and other members of the Royal Family.
This great heritage, held in trust for the nation, has never been so splendidly displayed, nor has it been more accessible to the public. This special programme shows how the interests and energies of the present Royal Family have extended and enhanced the collections and buildings, and the care and scholarship which continue to maintain this legacy of British history.
The film includes sequences at Buckingham Palace, Windsor Castle and on board HMY Britannia.
Historical adviser j. n PLUMB Photography HENRY FARRAR
Sound recordist STANLEY NIGHTINGALE Film editor DAVID THOMAS
Executive producer RICHARD CAWSTON Producer MICHAEL GILL Director ANN TURNER
(The Royal Heritage series is repeated on BBC1, beginning 9 January 1981)