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Michael Portillo's journey from London to Leeds continues. He learns about the discovery of Richard III's remains in Leicester and travels to Loughborough. Show more
Author Philip Hoare examines the shocking stories of the World War I Hampshire hospital doctors who faked footage on cures for shellshock. Show more
Series which uncovers the story behind the creation of six classic books. Tony Jordan brings his writer's insight to Charles Dickens's Great Expectations. Show more
Dr Lucy Worsley explores the royal wardrobes of our monarchs over the last 400 years, showing how they have always been regarded as their personal statement to their people. Show more
The London Markets
Episode 3: The Fruit and Veg Market: Inside New Spitalfields
1 hour
on BBC Four HD
Exploring the fruit and veg trade in England and how waves of immigration have brought new people to New Spitalfields market in east London. Show more
Documentary featuring the remarkable people who live in the world's grasslands, exploring their relationship with the natural world around them. Show more
In a programme focusing on the French Revolution, Simon Schama explores why the British proved immune to the siren call of liberty, equality and fraternity. Show more
In Tyndrum gold fever has gripped the village's residents, but will the Loch Lomond Park Authority give permission for Scotland's first gold mine? Show more
Author Philip Hoare examines the shocking stories of the World War I Hampshire hospital doctors who faked footage on cures for shellshock. Show more
Series which uncovers the story behind the creation of six classic books. Tony Jordan brings his writer's insight to Charles Dickens's Great Expectations. Show more
Dr Lucy Worsley explores the royal wardrobes of our monarchs over the last 400 years, showing how they have always been regarded as their personal statement to their people. Show more
