The first of six programmes in which Edward Windsor explores various sites in the south-east of England, examining their historical links with the Crown. When five small ports on the south coast came to a deal with the King back in 1050, it heralded the start of Britain’s maritime power. In the alleyways of Dover and Rye, we hear of smuggling, blood letting and a very early form of ram raiding! Finally we arrive at Walmer, the official residence of Queen Elizabeth’s mother.
Edward Windsor's historical exploration of the south east of England takes him to one of the best natural harbours in the world, and home of the Royal Navy. Innovation is key: here we find the first dry dock, the first iron-clad warship and even the first place that tea was drunk socially.
Edward Windsor takes to horseback and discovers that it was not always ponies for which the New Forest was famous. As we discover, it has borne witness to more than its fair share of mysterious deaths and acts of treason.
This glorious city was an ancient capital of England. Edward traces back down the years the origins of the Crown via such luminaries as King Alfred, King Edgar and even King Arthur. Pillage, plunder, murder and miracle.
