Hidden Treasures of the National Trust

Series 4

Every year millions of us flock to the homes and gardens of the National Trust. But out of sight of visitors lies a hidden world. Behind closed doors, dedicated teams are battling to keep priceless heritage alive.

Where to Watch Hidden Treasures of the National Trust • Series 4

6 Episodes

A New Agatha Christie Mystery
E1
A New Agatha Christie MysteryThe homes of two literary giants reveal personal treasures and the real people behind the pages.
The Duke, His Wife and Their Lover
E2
The Duke, His Wife and Their LoverTwo great country houses reveal stories of extravagant Grand Tours, royal luxury and one of Georgian society's most scandalous relationships.
Puffins and Pilgrims
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Puffins and PilgrimsPreserving the legacy of St Cuthbert and a colony of breeding seabirds on the remote Farne Islands. And experts in Wales race to save a fragile Bible that shaped Welsh culture.
Collectomania
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CollectomaniaCaring for the curious collections at two of the National Trust's most unusual houses, from a boy's suit of samurai armour to stuffed birds and a living collection of rare sheep.
Bobbins and Hobbit Holes
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Bobbins and Hobbit HolesExploring workers' lives in the Industrial Revolution: a rare contract of a boy tied to a cotton mill is conserved, and final touches are made to Kinver Edge's rock houses.
Top Secret Seedlings
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Top Secret SeedlingsPreserving garden designer Gertrude Jekyll's legacy at one of the National Trust's newest properties, and at Nymans, celebrating the flamboyant set designer Oliver Messel.